About the role#
This internship offers accounting and finance students the chance to gain professional experience at a Fortune 500 company. You will work alongside mentors and professionals, contribute to business projects, and gain insight into functions like financial reporting, tax, internal audit, and treasury. This is a paid, full-time summer program for 2027.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to meaningful project work that impacts the business.
- Attend weekly information sessions and networking opportunities with senior leaders.
- Participate in social events to build connections with other interns.
- Join an Employee Network to support inclusion and diversity initiatives.
- Deliver an end-of-summer presentation to key business leaders.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college degree program or a Spring 2027 graduation date.
- Sophomore, junior, or senior standing in an accounting or finance degree program.
- A minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
- An intention to complete the course credits required to sit for the CPA certification.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week during regular business hours.
Location & details#
- Locations: Chattanooga, Tennessee, or Columbia, South Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10-12 weeks).
- Modality: Hybrid.
About Unum
Unum provides financial protection benefits including disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance. The company also offers dental and vision coverage alongside leave management and behavioral health services. Founded in 1848, the firm operates as a public company with over 11,000 employees. Its headquarters are in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with additional offices across the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Poland.
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