College Financial Representative Internship

Job Description

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the job description, including key information about the company:

About Northwestern Mutual – Twin Cities

For over 165 years, Northwestern Mutual has helped clients achieve financial security through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. They combine the expertise of financial professionals with personalized digital experiences and industry-leading products, providing clients with the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives. Their tailored approach includes insurance, investments, and annuities, designed to reinforce each other and keep clients on track to meet their goals. They are known for their financial strength and access to top-tier products and services. The company values an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone’s unique viewpoints bring new successes.

About the Job: College Financial Representative Internship

This internship offers students the opportunity to build a financial planning practice from the ground up, with guidance, connection, and a supportive framework. Interns will gain exposure to the financial industry, develop a professional network, and learn how to help people achieve financial freedom. This is a year-round internship program, that starts in January/May 2026 dependent on your availability.
• Location: Multiple office locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Must be local to one of the following locations:
• Minnesota: Golden Valley, Mankato, Mendota Heights, Woodbury
• Wisconsin: Eau Claire, La Crosse, Wausau
• Target Audience: Open to all majors, but especially suited for juniors and seniors.

Responsibilities:

• 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 plans and offer 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

Qualifications:

• 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 desire to increase critical thinking abilities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Performance-based earnings and revenue (commissions).
• Weekly incentives based on specific tasks.
• Learning and Development Incentives (up to $1,000/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).
• Earning Potential: On average, an intern in our office is expected to earn about $7,000-10,000 for the summer.

Important Considerations:

• College Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production.
• A national criminal background check is required.