Protective has helped people achieve protection and security in their lives for over 117 years.
The Role
The internship provides students with hands-on experience in business analytics, collaborating on real projects, and gaining insights into business operations using tools like SQL and Excel.
Summary Generated by Built In
The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Are you a data-driven student with a passion for solving problems and uncovering insights? Our Business Analytics Summer Internship offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior analysts on real projects that impact our business. You’ll gain hands-on experience with tools like SQL, Excel, and Power BI (or Tableau), while learning to ask the right questions, take initiative, and apply your classroom knowledge in a professional setting. This internship is ideal for students who are eager to learn, collaborate, and grow into future analytics professionals.
Our Internship Program is an annual 8-week program that provides high-performing college students with hands-on experience working with an organization that has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers in 2025. This program will include the opportunity to participate in personal mentoring and insight into our business operations. Interns will have the opportunity to collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute solutions to real business problems. In addition to gaining meaningful work experience, interns will have the opportunity to participate in various community and professional development events.
Duration: June 1st- July 31st, 2026
Location: Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL.
Student Criteria:
- Education: Undergraduate or Graduate students. This program is designed and optimized for rising Junior or Senior Undergraduate students. Students must be actively enrolled in either an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program as of June 2nd, 2026 to be eligible.
- Majors: Open to students pursuing degrees in Mathematics, Management Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, or related fields. We welcome applicants from other majors as well, provided they possess the technical skills and analytical mindset we’re looking for.
Skills & Experience:
- Proficiency in SQL and Excel; experience with Power BI or Tableau is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to take initiative and ask thoughtful questions.
- Comfortable working with data sets and interpreting results.
- Exposure to upper-level mathematics and computer science coursework.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Activities:
- Partner with senior analysts to work through specific projects.
- Assist in building dashboards, reports, and data visualizations.
- Support ongoing analytics projects and contribute to process improvements.
- Participate in team meetings and provide input on data-driven decisions.
- Learn and apply business intelligence tools and techniques.
- Document findings and share insights with manager.
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in SQL
- Proficiency in Excel
- Experience with Power BI or Tableau
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exposure to upper-level mathematics and computer science coursework
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Protective Life Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Protective Life and has not been reviewed or approved by Protective Life.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan alongside a 401(k) with employer match is repeatedly highlighted and considered a standout feature. Feedback suggests these offerings provide strong long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage are complemented by HSA/FSA options with company contributions and wellness incentives. Feedback suggests the breadth of health benefits is comprehensive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holidays are frequently cited as positives, with parental leave and adoption assistance available. Feedback suggests time‑off policies support work‑life balance.
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The Company
What We Do
Protective Life Corporation (Protective) provides financial services through the production, distribution and administration of insurance and investment products throughout the United States. Protective traces its roots to its flagship company founded in 1907, Protective Life Insurance Company. Throughout its more than 110-year history, Protective’s growth and success can be largely attributed to its ongoing commitment to serving people and doing the right thing — for its employees, distributors and, most importantly, its customers. Protective’s home office is located in Birmingham, Alabama, and its 3,000+ employees work across the United States. As of June 30, 2020, Protective had assets of approximately $123 billion. Protective Life Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings,
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