College Financial Representative (Internship Program)

Job Description

Job Title: College Financial Representative (Internship Program)

Location: 50 W Liberty St Ste 550

Overview of the Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual offers an internship program designed for College Financial Representatives to build an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Interns receive guidance, connection, and a structured framework. You will engage with local and nationwide experts, access exclusive financial products, and benefit from the support of a Fortune 500 company. This program helps you build confidence, develop a professional network, and empower people to achieve financial freedom, where hard work pays off!

Responsibilities

This internship program mirrors our full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to:

• Learn how to prospect and network to build your business and client base.
• Develop and execute a business strategy.
• Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals.
• Prepare financial plans and offer useful recommendations.
• Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms.
• Engage in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
• Receive Risk Product State Licensing: Life, Accident, and Health.
• Build life skills that create future career opportunities.

Program Structure & Growth Opportunities

As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect a flexible schedule to accommodate your life and classes. With the option to participate year-round, you can continuously grow your practice and receive support for registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP®. The program offers opportunities for inspiration at local and national recognition events, access to leadership programs, and collaboration with business experts. Northwestern Mutual fosters a culture with diverse resources to ensure your personal and professional growth. Eligible students will also have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

Qualifications

Are you a fit for this internship?

• Full-time student; juniors and seniors preferred.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for sales.
• Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus orgs, student government, etc.).
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
• Business savvy and a desire to increase critical thinking abilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Performance-based earnings and revenue.
• Learning and Development Incentives (up to $1000/month, not inclusive of earned commissions).
• Productivity Bonuses.
• Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC).
• Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required).

About Us

For over 165 years, Northwestern Mutual has helped clients achieve financial security through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products. Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies—insurance, investments, and annuities—designed to reinforce each other and keep clients on track. We are known for our unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services.

Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are valued partners and proud business owners. They are considered independent contractors for income tax purposes and “statutory employees” for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.

As a company, we value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone’s unique viewpoints contribute to new successes. We strive to create teams that reflect our customers and communities, fostering an environment where all employees are welcomed, valued, and heard.

Why Join Northwestern Mutual

• Fortune 500 company (2023).
• Top 100 Internship Programs, Yello x WayUp (2022).
• 5.0+ million clients and growing.
• $257 billion retail investment client assets held or managed by Northwestern Mutual.
• Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021).
• Unsurpassed financial strength.
• Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality – Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021).

Important Disclosures: Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of an intern contract, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information that would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval to contract will be withdrawn.

Salary Range

USD $500.00 – USD $1,000.00 /Yr. (This range typically refers to the monthly Learning and Development Incentives mentioned in the Compensation & Benefits section, as earnings are performance-based).