About the role#
Unum is seeking interns for a 10-week paid program in Atlanta. You will join our team to explore careers in sales and client management within the disability-based employee benefits marketplace. This internship provides a look at the full lifecycle of a case, from prospecting and quoting to enrollment and relationship management. You will work both independently and with teams while receiving guidance from assigned mentors and sponsors.
What you'll do#
- Gain experience across the lifecycle of a Unum case.
- Participate in skill development workshops and weekly information sessions.
- Complete guided job shadows with sales and client management colleagues.
- Receive support for resume writing and interview preparation.
- Analyze an assigned business case for a final Capstone Presentation to company leaders.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited college degree program, with preference for rising seniors or first-year graduate students.
- A genuine interest in sales, client management, and the insurance industry.
- Demonstrated leadership skills through extra-curricular activities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site, full-time (approximately 40 hours per week).
- This is a paid internship.
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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