2026 Summer Intern Innovation & Design Office, Operations

At Equitable our power is in our people.

Were individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Those differences make us stronger as a team and a force for good in our communities. Here youll work with the dynamic individuals build your skills and unleash new ways of working and thinking. Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential

Innovation and Design Office Operations & Strategy Team

Equitable is creating an environment where cross-functional multidisciplinary teams work independently under a clear set of strategic guidelines The IDO Operations & Strategy Team is one of several teams within the Innovation & Design Office. The mission of the Innovation and Design Office is to increase the metabolism of the enterprise by fundamentally changing the way we think work and lead as an organization. This includes guiding and executing on Equitables end-to-end approach to learning development talent strategy innovation strategy and process improvement.

We are looking for a dynamic intern to join our IDO Operations & Strategy team! You will partner with IDO Ops team members to problem-solve design and develop measurable and impactful solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Support various initiatives on the IDO Operations & Strategy team
• Work on programs that support IDO culture engagement wellness and performance
• Learn and work with technology tools and vendor management systems
• Assist in the facilitating workshops

Internship Details

Dates : Nine week program starting in early June 2026

Location : Charlotte NC or Syracuse NY or New York NY

Work Environment : Hybrid (2-3days in the office)

Hourly Rate : $22 / hour

Competencies and Skills

Problem-solving : Ability to breakdown complex or ambiguous problems into manageable parts.

Effective Communication : Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Interpersonal Relationship : Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Managing Multiple Priorities : Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives projects groups or activities making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

ABOUT EQUITABLE

At Equitable were a team committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.

We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking working and leading differently where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.

We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth internal mobility comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being flexibility and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.

We are looking for talented dedicated purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.

Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications without regard to race color religion gender gender identity and expression age national origin mental or physical disabilities sexual orientation veteran status genetic information or any other class protected by federal state and local laws.

NOTE : Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position please contact Human Resources at or email us at

Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1