Sales & Client Management Intern at UNUM GROUP in Chicago, IL

Summary: Unum is a Fortune 500 company committed to helping employees thrive through comprehensive employee benefits and service solutions. They are seeking rising seniors for a 10-week paid internship program focused on sales and client management, providing opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience. Responsibilities: - Work for Unum which is the leader in the disability-based employee benefits marketplace and in a professional office setting - Weekly focus areas covering the lifecycle of a Unum case that will allow you to experience and analyze the problem from start to finish - Assigned mentors and sponsors to help guide and support you throughout your internship experience and beyond - Dedicated support for resume writing and interview prep - Skill development workshops designed to sharpen your professional skills - Targeted and guided job shadows with your mentor and sales and client management colleagues - Capstone Presentation: Analyzing an assigned business case - Learn about our Field and Home Office departmental and corporate functions - Attend weekly information sessions and networking opportunities with your intern cohort - Earn college credits for your internship *(Faculty/Hiring Manager pre-approvals are required)* Required Qualifications: - Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college degree program - Preference given to rising seniors and first year graduate students - Competitive GPA - Demonstrates leadership skills and involvement in extra-curricular activities - Demonstrates a genuine interest in sales and client management as well as a desire to learn more about the insurance industry - Skilled at analytical and critical thinking - Proficiency in MS Word and Excel software applications - Ability to work independently and be self-directed on project work - Excellent communication and organizational skills - Intern must be available to work approximately 40 hours per week during regular business hours Required Skills: Sales, client management, Analytical thinking, MS Excel Important Skills: MS Word Nice-to-Have Skills: Self-directed, Leadership skills Benefits: Award-winning culture, Inclusion and diversity as a priority, Performance Based Incentive Plans, Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability, Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!), Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution, Mental health support, Career advancement opportunities, Student loan repayment options, Tuition reimbursement, Flexible work environments