2026 Internal Audit Summer… at Protective Life · Birmingham

Summary: 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 Required Qualifications: - 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 Qualifications: - Enrollment in Junior level Audit and/or Financial Accounting courses preferred Required Skills: Analytical Skills, Technology Proficiency, Microsoft Office Suite, Audit, Compliance Auditing, Risk Auditing, Learn Quickly Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: 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