2027 Meetings & Events Summer Internship Program

Protective Life; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 8,592,000 - 12,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development sessions

Networking with leadership

Job summary

Protective Life in Birmingham, AL, invites applications for a Meeting & Events Summer 2027 Intern to learn corporate event planning, coordinate meetings, and support on-site execution alongside professionals across the organization.

This internship runs May 31 to July 30, 2027 at the Corporate Office in Birmingham. You will gain hands-on experience in sourcing, budgeting, food and beverage coordination, vendor relations, and attendee management while developing professional skills.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student as of May 31, 2027.
• Majors include Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
• Interest in corporate event planning and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning and execution of corporate meetings and events.
• Support sourcing, contract negotiations, budgeting, food & beverage coordination, and onsite event management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors while maintaining professional relationships.
• Gain hands-on experience using event planning software and business systems.

Skills

Hospitality

Event planning

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate student

Enrolled as of May 31, 2027

Job description

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

Are you passionate about creating exceptional experiences and making people feel welcome? Protective is seeking a highly motivated and service-oriented Meeting & Events Summer 2027 Intern to join our team. This internship is ideal for someone who has a heart for hospitality, enjoys building relationships, and is eager to learn the ins and outs of corporate event planning. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, ambitious, adaptable, and excited to gain hands‑on experience coordinating events from initial planning through on‑site execution while working with professionals across the organization.

Program Details

• Duration: May 31st- July 30th, 2027
• Location: Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL.

Student Criteria

• Education: Undergraduate (Juniors and Seniors preferred) or Graduate students. Students must be actively enrolled in either an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program as of May 31st, 2027 to be eligible
• Majors: Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.

Activities

• Relevant Work Projects: Support the planning and execution of corporate meetings and events by assisting with sourcing, contract negotiations, budgeting, food and beverage coordination, and onsite event management. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors while maintaining strong professional relationships and ensuring a high level of customer service throughout the planning process. Gain hands‑on experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, utilizing event planning software and business systems, and contributing to the successful delivery of engaging and memorable events
• Professional Development Training: Interns will attend workshops and training sessions focused on enhancing their professional skills. Topics may include resume building, interview techniques, leadership development, and industry‑specific knowledge. These sessions aim to prepare interns for successful careers post‑graduation
• Networking with Leadership and Fellow Interns: Protective Life values the importance of building professional networks. Interns will have multiple opportunities to interact with company leaders through formal and informal events. Additionally, interns will collaborate with peers from different departments, fostering a sense of community and shared learning
• Mentoring: Mentors will provide guidance, support, and feedback throughout the internship. Interns will have regular one‑on‑one meetings with their mentors to discuss progress, challenges, and career aspirations. This mentorship aims to foster professional growth, enhance skills, and build a strong foundation for future career success

Employee Benefits

We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short‑term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.

Interns will be compensated at a competitive rate of $21/hour, for 40 hours of scheduled work per week over a defined 9 week period.