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April 14, 2026
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2026 Internal Audit Summer Internship Program

Birmingham, AL
Internship
Onsite
$21/hr - $21/hr
Intern
Protective Life is a company dedicated to providing protection and peace of mind to its customers. They are seeking interns for their Summer Internship Program, which offers college students hands-on experience in Internal Audit, allowing them to apply their academic knowledge to real-world business challenges while developing new skills.

Responsibilities

  • Interns will be assigned to projects that align with our Internal Audit team's goals
  • These projects will provide hands-on experience in compliance and risk auditing and the chance to apply academic knowledge to real-world business challenges
  • This intern's projects will include participating in audit discussions with business areas, testing controls, as well as analyzing the documentation of existing controls
  • Interns will work closely with their teams to deliver impactful results
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Qualification

Required

  • Undergraduate (Juniors and Seniors preferred) or Graduate students
  • Students must be actively enrolled in either an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program as of June 2nd, 2026 to be eligible
  • Majors: Accounting or Finance
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Comfort with Technology
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Positive attitude and the ability to learn quickly

Preferred

  • Enrollment in Junior level Audit and/or Financial Accounting courses preferred
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
  • Mental health benefits
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term disability
  • Cultural observance day
  • Contributions to healthcare accounts
  • Pension plan
  • 401(k) plan with Company matching
  • ProHealth Rewards
Protective is a holding company, whose subsidiaries provide financial services
Glassdoor
3.4
Founded in 1907
Birmingham, Alabama, USA
1001-5000 employees
http://www.protective.com/
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