2027 New York Life Direct Summer Internship Program - Marketing

New York Life; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship program

Team-building activities

Social events

Job summary

New York Life invites you to a dynamic internship in Marketing. The Direct Mail Production Management Intern will support the Supplier Management, Estimating and Pricing team, gaining hands-on experience coordinating production requirements and tracking project schedules.

You'll collaborate with internal partners and external suppliers, learn how direct mail campaigns move from planning through production and delivery, and build your professional network through mentorship programs and team

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a college or university program, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and project information.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with an interest in working with estimates, pricing, schedules, and operational data.
• Proficiency with common productivity tools, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, or the ability to quickly learn similar applications.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members, business partners, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support direct mail production projects by tracking schedules, specifications, milestones, and deliverables to help ensure work progresses according to established timelines.
• Assist with gathering and organizing project specifications, content inventory, version analysis and supplier instructions to support informed production decisions.
• Coordinate with internal partners and external suppliers to communicate project requirements, follow up on outstanding items, and help resolve routine production questions.
• Review and maintain project information, reports, and documentation to support accurate record‑keeping, production visibility, and continuous improvement of team processes.
• Collaborate with Marketing colleagues and production partners to learn how direct mail campaigns move from planning through production and delivery while contributing to day‑to‑day team priorities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Current student in college/university

Tools

Adobe Workfront

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 94773

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Shape your future

with a dynamic internship experience at New York Life. Your internship journey is designed to challenge you through hands‑on work experience that will equip you with valuable skills you can use anywhere. You will build your network through collaboration and connection with talented interns and experienced employees through team‑building activities, mentorship programs, and fun social events. By the end of your internship, you’ll be equipped with new skills and a network that will propel you forward in your career journey.

Marketing

In Marketing, you’ll dive into a world of diverse opportunities, crafting innovative campaigns, managing impactful content and fostering meaningful connections with key audiences. Collaborate with experts across disciplines, leveraging data and insights to drive decision‑making, unlock new growth potential and optimize our differentiating capabilities.

Role Overview

The Direct Mail Production Management Intern will support the Supplier Management, Estimating and Pricing team within Marketing, gaining hands‑on experience with the planning and execution of direct mail production activities. The intern will assist with coordinating production requirements, tracking project schedules and estimates, supporting supplier communications, and maintaining accurate project information. This role offers exposure to the operational processes that help deliver marketing materials efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with campaign objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Support direct mail production projects by tracking schedules, specifications, milestones, and deliverables to help ensure work progresses according to established timelines.
• Assist with gathering and organizing project specifications, content inventory, version analysis and supplier instructions to support informed production decisions.
• Coordinate with internal partners and external suppliers to communicate project requirements, follow up on outstanding items, and help resolve routine production questions.
• Review and maintain project information, reports, and documentation to support accurate record‑keeping, production visibility, and continuous improvement of team processes.
• Collaborate with Marketing colleagues and production partners to learn how direct mail campaigns move from planning through production and delivery while contributing to day‑to‑day team priorities.

What You’ll Bring

Required Skills

• Current enrollment in a college or university program, or equivalent education and experience, with an interest in marketing, business, communications, supply chain, operations, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and project information.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with an interest in working with estimates, pricing, schedules, and operational data.
• Proficiency with common productivity tools, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, or the ability to quickly learn similar applications.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members, business partners, and suppliers.

Preferred Skills

• Previous internship, coursework, or project experience related to marketing operations, print production, direct mail, procurement, supplier management, or project coordination.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, reporting, data tracking, or basic cost and pricing analysis. Knowledge of Adobe Workfront a plus.
• Interest in learning about print and mail production processes, supplier relationships, and marketing campaign execution.

Work Authorization

To be eligible for this program, you must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer employment‑based immigration sponsorship for this program. This program is not available to individuals working under OPT or CPT.

Curious what it’s like to intern at NYL? Check out #NYLEarlyCareers on LinkedIn! #NYLDirectcampus

Pay Transparency

• Salary Range: $25/hr
• Overtime eligible: Nonexempt
• Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
• Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Our Diversity Promise

We believe in a diverse workforce because it is our mission to advocate for the financial security and success of people in every community. This is why diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are guiding principles that are embedded in our brand and our culture. Click here to learn more about how we have been recognized for our leadership.

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.