2027 Sales Summer Internship Program

Protective; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Mental health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Protective in Birmingham, AL is offering a Summer 2027 Sales Intern position designed for undergraduates or graduates seeking hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment. You will support broker outreach, prospecting, pipeline management and market research while learning how sales operations drive client satisfaction.

The 8‑week program runs May 31st–July 30th, 2027 at our corporate office in Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support broker outreach, prospecting efforts, and relationship‑building activities.
• Assist with meeting coordination, follow‑up communications, and pipeline management.
• Conduct market research and analyze data to identify trends and business opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales leaders on projects that support business growth and sales strategy.
• Develop professional skills by contributing ideas and presenting recommendations to real‑world business challenges.
• Gain exposure to sales operations, business development practices, and client relationship management.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate student

Job description

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

Wehelp protect our customers against life’s uncertainties.Regardless ofwhere you work within thecompany, you’ll behelping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

Join our Sales team as a Summer 2027 Intern and gain hands‑on experience in a fast-paced, client‑focused environment. This internship is ideal for students eager to learn how sales operations drive success and customer satisfaction while supporting business development activities such as broker outreach, prospecting, pipeline management, and market research.

Our InternshipProgram is an annual 8‑week program that provides high‑performing college students with hands‑on experience working with an organization that has been recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the Best Companiesin 2026. This program will include the opportunity to participate in personal mentoring and insight into our business operations. Interns will have the opportunity to collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute solutions to real business problems. In addition to gaining meaningful work experience, interns will have the opportunity to participate in various community and professional development events.

Program Details:

Duration: May 31st- July 30th, 2027

Location: Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL.

Student Criteria:

• Education: Undergraduate or Graduate students. This program is designed and optimized for rising Junior or Senior Undergraduate students. Students must be actively enrolled in either an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program as of May 31st, 2027 to be eligible.
• Majors: Open to students currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or a related field.

Skills & Experience:

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative team environment.

Activities:

• Support broker outreach, prospecting efforts, and relationship‑building activities
• Assist with meeting coordination, follow‑up communications, and pipeline management
• Conduct market research and analyze data to identify trends and business opportunities
• Collaborate with sales leaders on projects that support business growth and sales strategy
• Develop professional skills by contributing ideas and presenting recommendations to real‑world business challenges
• Gain exposure to sales operations, business development practices, and client relationship management

$21 - $21 an hour

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.

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 [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.

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