2024 Internal Audit Fall Internship

Protective Life Insurance Company
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
2801 U.S. 280 (Show on map)
April 11, 2024
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. Internal Audit is seeking current graduate, or undergraduate, students with concentrations in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or Mathematics for a temporary assignment to test the adequacy and effectiveness of controls over financial reporting activities. This is a seasonal position supporting a critical business need. The assignment will begin in August and end in December. Qualified candidates will work a full-time schedule (25-40 hours per week), so Fall course loads must allow for this. Responsibilities Selected candidates will be responsible for the validation and testing of Protective's internal control environment to assist in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley 404 and NAIC's Annual Financial Reporting Model Audit Rule. In addition to work assignment, selected candidates will have opportunities to network with senior and executive management from across the organization through panel discussions and question/answer sessions. Other assignments may arise based on business needs. Qualifications/Education Pursuit of bachelor's, or master's, degree in accounting, finance, information systems, computer science, or mathematics Strong attention to detail Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to prioritize work and adapt when priorities change Good analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills Good time management, planning, and organizational skills Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team Completion of Audit coursework is preferred Insurance industry experience is desirable but not required Available to work a full time (25-40 hours/week) schedule August through December Employee Benefits: We aim to protect our employees' wellbeing through a broad benefits offering. For example, we protect physical wellbeing through health, dental and vision insurance. We protect mental wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. We protect time away from work with a variety of paid time away benefits ( e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). We protect financial wellbeing through 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. Diversity and Inclusion : At Protective, we are committed to providing an inclusive culture where all employees are able to fully contribute and thrive. Our goal is to grow and develop our people, attract diverse talent and support strong, diverse communities. We support diversity, equity, and inclusion by working to develop a culture of inclusion and belonging led by leaders who develop potential and embrace all skills and abilities. Our aim is to create an equitable environment for all leaders and employees that will drive performance and impact business strategy. In this way, we can increase overall diversity for leadership roles and pipelines of talent by maturing our hiring practices, robust development opportunities and focus on retention of key talent. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing the talents of a diverse and inclusive workforce.