Who We Are

Covala Group (part of NFP Corp) is a proven enroller and administrator of voluntary, supplemental and individual disability benefits for large employers. Since 1993 we have connected employees of our clients to over $4.5 billion of income protection.  We have also assisted Fortune 500 companies in the development and implementation of group life insurance, corporate owned life insurance, and long-term care programs.  Our name, Covala, was inspired by the covalent bond, the strongest type of chemical bond there is. Covala embodies our dedication to forming powerful bonds with our clients and plan participants — connecting them to the benefits they need and the service they deserve.

Position Summary:

The Communications Intern position is an integral part of a six-person team.  The role is central within the organization and is responsible for crafting enrollment communication pieces, as well as maintaining and structuring the Communications day-to-day material.

The individual in this position will have the opportunity to participate in company-wide projects that involve working with different teams.  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual to contribute meaningfully to a growing business and gain valuable experience.

Key personality traits for success include high energy and drive, the ability to work on a team and a questioning mind.  The position is hybrid.  During the first three months of employment, the individual will be expected to be in the office up to three days a week for training.  After the initial three-month period, their schedule will be determined based on their manager’s discretion.

Position Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Assist Communications team on creating, editing and reviewing client communications (such as Word documents, websites, and presentations)
• Organizing and maintaining Communications team resources and materials
• Assist Marketing team on creating, editing and reviewing presentations and materials for sales meetings (such as PowerPoint sales presentations)

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Attention to detail
• A high level of accountability and ownership of work
• Ability to work on a fast-paced team with specific deadlines
• Resourcefulness and ability to consult others to get a job done

• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage time
• A team-oriented, friendly collaborative attitude
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to input creativity and original ideas into projects
• Knowledge in a coding languages is a plus (HTML, CCS, SQL)
• Knowledge in Adobe Creative Cloud applications is a plus

Education/Experience:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree
• A degree in Business Administration, Communications or Marketing is a plus

Benefits:

• Paid internship
• Office located in the heart of Lower Manhattan (Wall Street – Financial District)
• Option to work remotely after three months (equipment provided)
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity to move into a full-time role after graduation

We’re part of NFP, a six-time Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance who has also earned the 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) award from Insurance Business magazine and the WORK180 employer endorsement. NFP is a recognized Elite Agency award winner and a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor. NFP provides solutions enabling client success through the expertise of over 7,000 global employees, investments in innovative technologies, and enduring relationships with highly rated insurers, vendors and financial institutions.

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health & wellness programs, and more. Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others.

The base salary range for this position is $18.00 – $25.00. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

NFP and You... Better together!

NFP and Covala Group is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.