Affiliated Distribution Intern – Summer 2027

National Life Group - Interns; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

National Life Group invites undergraduates to join the Affiliated Distribution Internship for Summer 2027. This hands-on program provides real workplace learning, pairing you with mentors while you work on a cross-departmental marketing and analytics project.

You will be onsite four days per week (Mon-Thu core days) with networking opportunities, learning sessions, and exposure to the insurer's mission to support families and communities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Communications, Psychology or Business Management.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.00
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, and Microsoft Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and assess learning evaluation results and tracking metrics.
• Support development of internal marketing and communication plans to promote and raise awareness for programming and initiatives.
• Assist our Key Account Managers who work to support our agents’ sales activities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to conduct business analytics and industry research, transforming data-driven insights into strategic opportunities that support shared goals and drive informed decision-making.
• Assist with the market research on various markets we are looking to open.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Communications, Psychology or Business Management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Affiliated Distribution Intern – Summer 2027

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position

POSITION SUMMARY

The National Life Group Internship Program was developed to provide real workplace learning and growth opportunities for undergraduate students. Over the years the program has provided students with the opportunity to engage in meaningful, career-relevant work at National Life Group in preparation for full-time employment.

This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect and assess learning evaluation results and tracking metrics.
• Support development of internal marketing and communication plans to promote and raise awareness for programming and initiatives.
• Assist our Key Account Managers who work to support our agents’ sales activities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to conduct business analytics and industry research, transforming data-driven insights into strategic opportunities that support shared goals and drive informed decision-making.
• Assist with the market research on various markets we are looking to open.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Communications, Psychology or Business Management.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.00
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, and Microsoft Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

At National Life Group, we view AI as an enablerof human potential. We use AI to help us work smarter, serve more clients, and keep our promises, while remaining a relationship-driven business where our people are our greatest strength.

All associates are expected to:

• Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of their work.
• Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working.
• Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI-generated content.
• Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, fairness, and integrity of work products by adhering to National Life's AI guiding principles.
• Use AI responsibly and in accordance with company policies related to confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention, and intellectual property.

Core Competencies

• Service Focus - Demonstrates a client centric focus for satisfying one’s external and/or internal customers; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Decision Making - Makes sense of complex information, critically evaluates, and creates solutions.
• Results Oriented - Sets performance and personal goals; Driven to meet or exceed goals and objectives.
• Plans and Aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals; Aligns people and skills to tasks and assignments; Evaluates results of work.
• Demonstrates Learning Agility - Enhances skills and knowledge through continuous learning; Focuses on personal results by establishing stretch goals; Seeks feedback and changes accordingly.
• Establishes Relationships - Builds partnerships with others to instill trust, collaborate, and meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively - Actively listens, conveys messages to meet different audience needs, and remains open to new ideas and opinions.
• Fosters Diversity - Values diversity and difference in thought, experience, and perspective; Promotes an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion; Supports equal and fair treatment for all.
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Inquisitive mindset with a willingness to seek out knowledge and ask relevant questions
• Strong oral and written communication skills

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• 10-week paid internship (June 1 - August 6) with formal orientation and onboarding
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer
• Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at company-wide event
• Presentation skills coaching sessions
• Learning opportunities throughout program
• Access to mentors (former program participants)

Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an \"at-will position\" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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