Benefits Advocacy Intern
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The MJ Companies
Phoenix, AZ, US
Summary
The intern will gain exposure to the employee benefits department by participating in client meetings, team trainings, and cross-functional projects. They will also assist with department deliverables and present a capstone project at the end of the internship.
Job Description
Employee Benefits Advocacy Intern
Job details:
Location: Phoenix, Arizona (Onsite)
Internship Dates: Summer 2026 (May–August)
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Role Overview:
Join the MJ Insurance Employee Benefits Advocacy team for a dynamic internship experience focused on meaningful contributions, professional growth, and industry exposure. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are curious, motivated, and eager to make a real impact. Interns will gain firsthand insight into the inner workings of the Employee Benefits (EB) department through hands-on projects, cross-functional collaboration, client interaction, and team engagement.
Key Responsibilities
TEAM & DEPARTMENT EXPOSURE
- Gain an overview of how Client Executives, Client Managers, and Client Advocates work together
- Learn the client lifecycle for both Employee Benefits (EB) and Property & Casualty (P&C)
- Attend Client Experience team meetings, EB department meetings, and team trainings
- Spend time with Analytics, Population Health & Wellness, and Communications & Engagement to understand how their roles fit in the overall client deliverable.
CLIENT & PROJECT EXPERIENCE
- Attend client meetings to observe the Client Executive role and delivery of strategic recommendations
- Participate in Client Advocate training to understand day-to-day responsibilities
- Work on at least one main project during the internship
- Assist with miscellaneous department tasks and deliverables
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Network with insurance professionals through various team events
- Present a capstone project at the end of the internship
- Learn about the full scope of the EB department including CE, AM, Producers, Analytics, Total Rewards, and Population Health
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Health/Wellness, Risk Management & Insurance, Business, or a related field
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and research abilities
- Detail-oriented and customer service focused
- Eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative environment
The MJ Companies exists to inspire the success, fulfillment, and wellbeing of each person it serves: associates and their families, business partners, clients, and the community.
Founded
1964
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Financial Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Carmel, IN
The MJ Companies exists to inspire the success, fulfillment, and wellbeing of each person it serves: associates and their families, business partners, clients, and the community.
Founded
1964
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Financial Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Carmel, IN
