People Center Intern - Summer 2027

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position

POSITION SUMMARY:

As an intern in the People Center, you will have the opportunity to learn about each of the critical functions within Human Resources that shape the employee experience at National Life.  You will rotate through two areas of the People Center, gaining hands on experience in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Organizational Development. Throughout this rotation, you will work on meaningful projects that impact our programs and processes in partnership with business leaders on the People team.

 If you're interested in a career at National Life, this internship is a great way to begin your journey!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The People Center intern will be a vital part of our team and will contribute to our continuing efforts to identify and implement best practices. Key projects include: job posting and resume reviews, recruiting advertising campaign support, content mapping of Servant Leadership, partnership in extended onboarding curriculum and candidate experience. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.00
• Working towards a degree in Human Resources Management, rising Senior preferred
• Coursework in human resources, organizational development, communications, or related area preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft tools with interest in learning new tools and systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

AI Proficiency Expectations:

At National Life Group, we view AI as an enabler of human potential. We use AI to help us work smarter, serve more clients, and keep our promises, while remaining a relationship-driven business where our people are our greatest strength.

All associates are expected to:

• Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve efficiency, quality and impact of their work.
• Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways or working
• Exercise sound judgement by reviewing and validating AI-generated content
• Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, fairness and integrity of work products by adhering to National Life’s AI guiding principles
• Use AI responsibly and in accordance with company policies related to confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention and intellectual property

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrates Learning Agility - Enhances skills and knowledge through continuous learning; Focuses on personal results by establishing stretch goals; Seeks feedback and changes accordingly. 
• Establishes Relationships - Builds partnerships with others to instill trust, collaborate, and meet shared objectives. 
• Communicates Effectively - Actively listens, conveys messages to meet different audience needs, and remains open to new ideas and opinions. 
• Fosters Diversity - Values diversity and difference in thought, experience, and perspective; Promotes an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion; Supports equal and fair treatment for all. 
• Service Focus - Demonstrates a client centric focus for satisfying one’s external and/or internal customers; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. 
• Decision Making - Makes sense of complex information, critically evaluates, and creates solutions. 
• Results Oriented - Sets performance and personal goals; Driven to meet or exceed goals and objectives. 
• Plans and Aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals; Aligns people and skills to tasks and assignments; Evaluates results of work. 

How You Show Up:

• Self-starter with strong attention to detail
• Transparent and effective communicator
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Inclusive relationship builder

Program Highlights:

• 10-Week paid internship June 1, 2027- August 6, 2027
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer
• Cross-Department group project focused on enterprise-wide solutions presented at company-wide event
• Presentation skills coaching sessions
• Learning Opportunities throughout the program
• Access to mentors (former program participants)

Base Pay Range .  The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors.  The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Additional Compensation and Benefits . The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.

Hourly Pay Range

$19—$28 USD

National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT – founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX – chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group.

Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies.

National Life Group

1 National Life Dr

Montpelier, VT 05604