2027 Meetings & Events Summer Internship Program

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Qualified candidates will be invited to interview. Selection Process: Our program receives a lot of interest, and our process starts early.

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The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

Are you passionate about creating exceptional experiences and making people feel welcome? Protective is seeking a highly motivated and service-oriented Meeting & Events Summer 2027 Intern to join our team. This internship is ideal for someone who has a heart for hospitality, enjoys building relationships, and is eager to learn the ins and outs of corporate event planning. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, ambitious, adaptable, and excited to gain hands-on experience coordinating events from initial planning through on-site execution while working with professionals across the organization.

Program Details:

Duration: May 31st- July 30th, 2027

Location: Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL.

Education: Undergraduate (Juniors and Seniors preferred) or Graduate students. Students must be actively enrolled in either an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program as of May 31st, 2027 to be eligible.

Majors: Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.

Relevant Work Projects: Support the planning and execution of corporate meetings and events by assisting with sourcing, contract negotiations, budgeting, food and beverage coordination, and onsite event management. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors while maintaining strong professional relationships and ensuring a high level of customer service throughout the planning process. Gain hands-on experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, utilizing event planning software and business systems, and contributing to the successful delivery of engaging and memorable events.

Professional Development Training: Interns will attend workshops and training sessions focused on enhancing their professional skills. Topics may include resume building, interview techniques, leadership development, and industry-specific knowledge. These sessions aim to prepare interns for successful careers post-graduation.

Networking with Leadership and Fellow Interns: Protective Life values the importance of building professional networks. Interns will have multiple opportunities to interact with company leaders through formal and informal events. Additionally, interns will collaborate with peers from different departments, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.

Mentoring: Mentors will provide guidance, support, and feedback throughout the internship. Interns will have regular one-on-one meetings with their mentors to discuss progress, challenges, and career aspirations. This mentorship aims to foster professional growth, enhance skills, and build a strong foundation for future career success.

Application: Students apply to this posting and indicate their preferences through provided questions. Please provide an updated resume, including your anticipated graduation date.

Qualification: Qualified candidates will be invited to interview.

Selection Process: Our program receives a lot of interest, and our process starts early. Please be patient as it may take us several weeks to make initial contact with you

Interviews: Candidates will be scheduled for an initial 15-minute interview with a recruiter, followed by 1 additional interviews with hiring manager.

Employee Benefits:

We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email eric.hess@protective.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.

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Birmingham, United States

On-site at the office

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About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $43,680 a year; 40% below the $72,800 median for Other jobs on Jobera (100,042 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: 29 days ago
Employer: has 49 open jobs on Jobera.