Market Research Intern – Summer 2027

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

POSITION SUMMARY:

The National Life Group Internship Program was developed to provide real workplace learning and growth opportunities for undergraduate students. Over the years the program has provided students with the opportunity to engage in meaningful, career-relevant work at National Life Group in preparation for full-time employment.

This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days.  Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.  The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Market Research Intern will support projects focused on consumer insights, market sizing, and sales trend analysis. This role provides an opportunity for an undergraduate student to gain hands-on experience working with real business data to inform strategic decisions.

The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, distribution, strategy, and product to help uncover insights about customer behavior, market opportunities, and business performance. This position is ideal for a student interested in applying analytical and research skills in a business setting.

• Assist in analyzing consumer data (customer demographic data, survey data, qualitative interview data) to identify trends and insights
• Support market sizing and segmentation analyses to evaluate growth opportunities across products, markets, and customer segments
• Analyze sales performance data to identify trends, drivers of performance, and areas for improvement
• Help develop presentations and reports that communicate insights clearly to stakeholders
• Conduct competitive and industry research to inform strategic initiatives
• Partner with team members to translate data into actionable business recommendations
• Support ad hoc research and analytics projects across marketing and strategy teams

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Minimum

• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Advanced Excel functions, Tableau, Power BI or R)
• Familiarity with market research methods (surveys, interviews, focus groups)
• Interest in financial services, insurance, or consumer behavior
• Prior internship or project experience involving data analysis or research

 

 

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 the efficiency, quality, and impact of their work.
• Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working.
• Exercise sound judgment 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

 

• 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.
• 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.

HOW YOU SHOW UP:

• Highly reliable, engaged and possess a customer service attitude
• Demonstrate effective communication to various areas of the organization (technical and non-technical)
• Bring creativity, thought leadership, and curiosity to the table; actively participate in forums to contribute and learn
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, i.e. a problem solver’s mindset
• Eager to learn, ask relevant questions, seek new knowledge, and make connections
• Enjoy taking on challenges and working towards solutions both collaboratively and independently

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

• 10-week paid internship (June 1 - August 6) with formal orientation and onboarding
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer
• Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at company-wide event
• Presentation skills coaching sessions
• Learning opportunities throughout program
• Access to mentors (former program participants)