Prudential: 2027 U.S. Businesses, Leadership Development Internship Program

Prudential Ins Co of America in; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudential is offering a 10-week Leadership Development Internship Program in Finance within U.S. Businesses, based in Newark, NJ (Hybrid). The program aims to broaden business knowledge and develop professional capabilities through rotation across areas like Product Development & Innovation, Customer Experience, and analytics.

During the internship, you will join a U.S. Businesses team for the summer, contribute to cross-functional projects, and gain exposure to strategy, operations, and

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor's program graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Prefer interest in Business, Economics, Management, Analytics, Operations.
• Must have US employment authorization.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to Strategy, Product & Business Transformation, Analytics & Insights, and Project Management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives and process improvements.
• Support operations and customer experience projects with data-driven insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Business acumen

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (graduating Dec 2027–May 2028)

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Microsoft 365

Job description

Prudential: 2027 U.S. Businesses, Leadership Development Internship Program (Finance)

Job Classification: Operations - Insurance Operations

Prudential: 2027 U.S. Businesses Leadership Development Internship Program

Location(s):

Newark, NJ (Hybrid)

Prudential's U.S. businesses provide financial advice and develop, distribute, and service income and protection solutions for individuals and institutional clients around the world. In the U.S., our businesses include Group Insurance, Individual Life Insurance, Retirement, and Prudential Advisors. They are supported by the USB Service and Claims Operations organization delivering an end-to-end customer experience that's simple, proactive, and data-driven to fuel financial wellness solutions for our customers.

Prudential wants to offer you the opportunity to develop and grow through a 10-week internship program within U.S. Businesses. This program is designed to enhance your business knowledge, strengthen your professional capabilities, and provide opportunities to demonstrate your skills and talents.

Timeline:

Program Dates: Monday, June 7th, 2027 - Friday, August 13th, 2027

Application Deadline: Monday, September 28, 2026, at midnight ET (We review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close earlier based on volume or role availability.)

What you can expect:

This summer internship is a feeder into our U.S. Businesses Leadership Development Program. Our full-time rotational program within U.S. Businesses is structured to give you a broad background through meaningful exposure focused in areas such as Product Development & Innovation, Customer Experience, and more.

During your internship you'll be placed on one U.S. Businesses team for the summer, our teams feature a diverse mix of functions across Prudential's businesses. You'll work in a collaborative and encouraging environment that supports individual contributions, while placing equal importance on the results of the larger team. You may be placed in the following or another area depending on business need:

• Strategy, Product & Business Transformation
  Partner with business, product, operations, and technology teams to support strategic initiatives, process improvements, product enhancements, and business transformation efforts.

• Analytics & Business Insights
  Use data, reporting, and research to drive business decisions, improve operational effectiveness, and uncover customer and market insights.
• Project & Program Management
  Coordinate cross-functional initiatives, manage deliverables, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and help drive key business priorities forward.
• Operations & Business Support
  Contribute to initiatives that improve customer, advisor, and business experiences through operational excellence, service enhancements, and process optimization.

What you'll need:

• Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor's program graduating between December 2027 and May 2028
• Preferred areas of study: Business, Economics, Management, Business Analytics, Operations, Entrepreneurship
• Prudential does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Successful candidates must possess the requisite US employment authorization to be eligible for consideration

It'd be a plus if you had:

We are seeking a dynamic individual who embodies agility, business curiosity, and a drive for innovation. While in the U.S. Businesses Leadership Development Internship you will thrive in complex and ambiguous environments, bringing bold and innovative thinking to accelerate growth in the businesses.

This person holds the below attributes:

• Continuous learner that challenges the status quo through innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated openness to change and ability to adapt quickly to changing environments.
• Strong curiosity and knowledge of business acumen, leveraging data and insights to drive decisions.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills to solve complex problems effectively.
• Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across peer groups and various levels of management.
• Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complexity in assignments and deliver results under pressure.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, and Microsoft 365 - particularly Excel and PowerPoint - is highly recommended.

Note: The salary range for this role is $28.00-$30.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.