Financial Representative Intern

June 18, 2025

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Job Description

About Northwestern Mutual Arizona:

For over 160 years, Northwestern Mutual has helped clients achieve financial security through comprehensive financial planning. They combine the expertise of financial professionals with personalized digital experiences and industry-leading products, offering a tailored approach including insurance, investments, and annuities. They pride themselves on financial strength, access to best-in-class products, and fostering an inclusive environment where diverse viewpoints are valued. Northwestern Mutual is a Fortune 100 company, recognized for its strong internship program and commitment to diversity.

Job Description: Financial Representative Intern

Northwestern Mutual Arizona is seeking motivated Financial Representative Interns to help clients live more and worry less through financial planning. This internship mirrors the full-time Financial Representative role, providing hands-on experience and a chance to build a financial planning practice while leveraging the support of a Fortune 100 company.

Key Responsibilities:

Build your client base through prospecting and networking.
• Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals.
Prepare financial plans and offer useful recommendations.
Gain exposure to planning software platforms.
Obtain your Life, Accident, and Health insurance license.
• Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.

Internship Highlights:

• Flexible schedule to accommodate classes and other commitments.
• Year-round program to support continuous growth.
• Support for registrations and certifications (SIE, L&H, Series 6, 7, 66, & 63 or CFP®).
• Recognition events, leadership programs, and collaboration with experts.
• Opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative role upon graduation.

Ideal Candidate:

• Full-time student; juniors and seniors preferred.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and curiosity for sales.
• Highly involved on campus (leader, campus orgs, student government, etc).
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
• Business savvy.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Commissions.
• Development Stipends.
• Productivity Bonuses.
• Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC).
• Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required).

On-site Locations:

• Phoenix, AZ
• Gilbert, AZ
• Tucson, AZ

Note: *Northwestern Mutual Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production.*