Sales Summer Internship 2027 - Hands-On, Real-World Impact

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

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.