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    Unum Scholar Intern - Columbia, SC

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    Unum

    10,001+ employeesFounded 1848Chattanooga, TNInsurance
    Posted 217 days agoActively hiringPaidrollingInsurance

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    About the role#

    This is a year-round, paid internship designed to provide real-world experience within the insurance industry. Interns support various business functions such as operations, strategy, project management, and stakeholder engagement. This role requires a minimum nine-month commitment.

    What you'll do#

    • Provide high-quality transactional support to business areas with a focus on productivity, accuracy, and customer service.
    • Develop effective partnerships and collaborate across various departments.
    • Operate as a team player by backing up peers, addressing conflict constructively, and engaging in feedback.
    • Adhere strictly to privacy guidelines.
    • Perform additional duties as assigned.

    What you'll need#

    • Enrollment in an accredited four-year college degree program or an MBA program, with a preferred completion of at least two years of coursework.
    • A minimum GPA of 3.0 in your major or overall.
    • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
    • Strong critical thinking, analytical, and time management skills.
    • Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven, high-production environment.
    • Openness to coaching, ongoing feedback, and career development.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills with a focus on customer service.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Columbia, South Carolina.
    • Work Modality: On-site.
    • Schedule: Must be available for at least 15 hours per week during regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm). Hours may increase up to 40 per week during school breaks based on business needs.
    • Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time (Year-round).
    Relevant fieldsBusiness AdministrationEconomicsFinanceMarketing

    About Unum

    Unum is a public insurance organization headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, that has operated since 1848. The company employs more than 10,000 people and provides financial protection benefits to customers internationally. Its service offerings include disability, life, accident, critical illness, dental, and vision insurance, alongside leave management and behavioral health support.

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