Sales Intern in Birmingham

Alfa Insurance® is an A-rated insurance carrier that offers an excellent array of auto, home, life, farm, and business insurance products. Alfa is known for its superior customer service and boasts 94% claims satisfaction. Since its humble beginnings in 1946, Alfa and its affiliates now serve more than 1 million customers across 14 states.

Working as a Marketing & Sales Intern for Alfa Insurance offers a remarkable opportunity that extends beyond the stereotype of a typical internship. It entails interning at a revered company built on principles of faith, family, community, and unwavering integrity. Alfa focuses on creating a learning atmosphere that offers our interns exposure to various departments and the opportunity to collaborate with mentors.

Each week, the interns participate in engaging and enjoyable workshops during our "Midweek Mixers." You are not confined to a single profession or department; instead, you are given the opportunity to explore all departments and gain a comprehensive understanding of how an insurance company operates cohesively.

Given the prevailing stereotypes associated with internships at companies and firms, Alfa is determined to challenge expectations and provide a truly valuable experience. As part of this effort, the interns are treated as integral members of the team, receiving meaningful tasks and collaborating closely with mentors and other employees across various departments.

• Rising Junior or Senior in a 4-year university
• Computer skills and ability to learn new programs (Microsoft Office)
• Team player
• Ability to take and pass Property & Casualty Insurance Producer License before or at the beginning of internship (Alfa will pay for the cost)

Alfa’s internship program is structured to provide students with formal internship experience where they can immerse themselves in company culture, develop professional skills, gain insight into the insurance industry, and explore diverse career opportunities. Recognized by Vault in 2025 as the #1 Internship for Women and #2 Internship for Insurance, Alfa is proud to offer more than a traditional internship.

It is an opportunity to explore your potential with a nationally recognized program, collaborate with skilled professionals, gain hands-on project experience, and build a network that supports both personal and professional growth. Interns become part of a company where the Core 4 Values of faith, family, community, and integrity are embodied in every project, decision, and experience.

Alfa is committed to providing a dynamic internship experience that goes beyond expectations. Interns are treated as valued members of the team, taking on meaningful projects and collaborating closely with experienced mentors. Our interns are not confined to a single profession or department; instead, they are given the opportunity to explore all departments and gain a comprehensive understanding of how a company operates.

Each week, interns take part in engaging and interactive workshops, called “Midweek Mixers,” where team members from different departments meet with interns and share insights about their work.

Alfa is proud to create leaders worth following. Interns participate in a special session of our award-winning Leadership Academy, which teaches them to build self-awareness, embrace change, implement innovative processes, and strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We support professional development by offering career guidance, including resume improvement and mock interviews with constructive feedback from mentors.

After internships conclude, resumes are kept on file as potential candidates for future opportunities. Alfa’s internship program offers a meaningful and memorable experience, reflecting the company’s Core 4 Values of faith, family, community, and integrity. We seek candidates who are eager to grow, make an impact, and uphold our values. Apply today to discover your potential with Alfa Insurance.

Student housing options are available at Auburn University of Montgomery.