Paid Funeral Director Internship - Mentored Training

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

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.