Unum Scholar Intern- Portland, ME

Unum Ireland; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 33,200 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) employer contribution up to 9.5%

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible work environments

Job summary

Unum is offering a year-round paid internship in Portland, Maine, ideal for candidates enrolled in a 4-year college or MBA program. This position focuses on operations and project management, requiring strong analytical and critical thinking skills. You'll gain real-world experience and have opportunities for career advancement.

The role involves providing transactional support and collaborating with various teams to solve business problems. Health coverage and flexible work environments are part of the program benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled and actively taking classes in an accredited 4-year college degree program or an MBA program.
• Demonstrated openness to mastering new tasks and work processes.
• Flexibility in schedule to meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality transactional support to business areas.
• Develop effective partnerships and collaborate with various areas.
• Strictly adhere to privacy guidelines.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Customer service focus

Time management

Team-oriented skills

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited 4-year college or MBA program

Preferred completion of 2 years of college coursework

GPA of 3.0 or higher

Job description

General Summary

This year‑round paid internship position requires timely completion of assigned work items and high‑quality service to business partners. Candidates with experience or interest in operations, strategy, project management, or stakeholder engagement will thrive. The role focuses on solving business problems, driving outcomes, and collaborating across teams.

Key Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental coverage
• Short and long‑term disability protection
• Performance‑based incentive plans
• Paid time off, including volunteer time
• 401(k) employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Mental health support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Student loan repayment options and tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work environments
• Competitive salary range: $33,200.00 – $52,000.00

Professional Development

• Gain real‑world experience in the supplemental insurance and disability‑based employee benefits marketplace.
• Earn competitive income while working part‑time.
• Learn about various departmental and corporate functions.
• Network with business partners and leaders and participate in social events with other interns.
• Earn college credit for the internship (faculty/hiring manager pre‑approvals required).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high quality transactional support to business areas with a focus on productivity, accuracy, and customer service.
• Develop effective partnerships and collaborate with various areas as required.
• Operate as a team player, backing up peers, constructively addressing conflict, and giving/receiving feedback.
• Strictly adhere to privacy guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as opportunities arise.

Job Specifications

• Must be enrolled and actively taking classes in an accredited 4‑year college degree program or an MBA program.
• Prefer satisfactory completion of 2 years of college coursework.
• Required GPA of 3.0 in major or overall GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrated openness to mastering new tasks and work processes.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Comfortable in a culture of coaching, ongoing feedback, and career development.
• Display team‑oriented skills.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Strong ability to work independently, be self‑directed on project‑or‑task‑based work.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to prioritize in a FIFO, high‑production, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong customer‑service focus.
• Flexibility in schedule to meet customer expectations.
• Solid communication skills, both oral and written.
• All interns must complete a satisfactory background check to be hired.
• Interns must be available to work at least 15 hours consistently during regular business hours Monday‑Friday 8am‑5pm, and may work up to 40 hours per week during school vacations/breaks as business needs require.
• Minimum 9‑month commitment to the internship program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.