2027 Funeral Director Intern

Vertin; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Vertin’s paid Funeral Director Internship Program welcomes new graduates pursuing mortuary science. You will receive real training, professional support, and a pathway to becoming a funeral director within a family-owned network of 90+ locations.

Location spans 90+ funeral homes across multiple states; pay is $65,000 with a flexible start aligned to your program timeline. The program emphasizes structured development, preceptor guidance, and a cohort-based learning approach.

Qualifications

• Degree completed or in progress in Mortuary Science or equivalent program.
• Successful NBME/Board exam progression as applicable to internship.
• Strong communication and professional presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in arranging and conducting funeral and memorial ceremonies as directed by preceptors.
• Care for the deceased with dignity including removal, embalming, cosmetics, dressing, and casketing.
• Build community relationships and represent the firm in local events.
• Support a safe, compliant, and respectful work environment.
• Adhere to all licensing regulations and company policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Coachable

Teamwork

Social media savvy

Education

Mortuary Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to start your funeral service internship? Wherever you are in your mortuary education, let’s connect. Where you complete your internship is one of the biggest decisions of your early career. You’ve been called to serve others. So have we.

Vertin’s paid 2027 Funeral Director Internship Program is built for new graduates who want more than a place to log hours: real training, real support, and a setting that fits the career you’re picturing.

Since 1904, Vertin has helped families honor the lives of the people they love. Today we are a family-owned company with 90+ funeral homes across 8 states, guided by one mission: Honoring Lives and Enriching Caregivers. That second part matters. As an intern, you’re not just an extra set of hands. You’re a future funeral director we’re invested in.

Location: 90+ funeral homes across 8 states, from rural communities to busy metro areas.
Pay: $65,000
Start date: Flexible, built around your mortuary science program timeline.

Still exploring your options? Good.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. Maybe you’re weighing a busy urban firm against a close-knit rural community, or you’re not sure yet what kind of funeral director you want to become. Our first conversation is a chance to talk it through, ask questions, and see whether Vertin is the right place for you.

Why start your career with Vertin

• A paid internship. You’re compensated for your time and work, because your learning has value.
• A location that fits your goals. Rural or urban, high volume or low volume: choose the setting and experience you want across our 90+ funeral homes.
• Experienced, trained preceptors. Learn alongside seasoned funeral directors who are prepared to mentor and teach.
• A structured development plan. Clear goals and milestones keep you learning the profession, not just filling in.
• A peer network. Join a cohort of fellow interns for group discussions and connect with our internship alumni.

What you’ll learn to do

Your coursework gave you the foundation. Here, with guidance from your preceptor, you’ll put it into practice across every part of funeral service:

• Arrange and conduct funeral and memorial ceremonies in a professional, organized, and caring manner, in keeping with company policies and procedures.
• Care for the deceased with dignity, including removal and transfer, embalming, cosmetology, hairstyling, dressing, and casketing.
• Build strong community relationships through involvement in local organizations and charitable events.
• Help promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Follow all professional, state, and federal licensing regulations and rules that apply to funeral service.

Education and licensure

· Degree completed or in progress from Accredited Mortuary Science Program as required in the applicable state.
· Successful completion of the National Board Examination after internship completion.
· Successful completion of the applicable State Board Examination after internship completion.

What we’re looking for

We don’t expect years of experience. We’re looking for new graduates who bring:

• A strong dedication to serving others, with accountability for caring for families in a professional, compassionate, patient, and timely way.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Experience with Microsoft Office and social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). Yes, you’ll get social!

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong conflict resolution skills.

• Receptive to feedback and coachable, with a genuine eagerness to learn and grow.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development

• Wellness Resources