College Financial Representative Internship

Job Description

College Financial Representative Internship

Company: Northwestern Mutual
Location: 3763 39th Ave Ste 400

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Overview

Are you a student looking to gain invaluable experience in the financial industry? The Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative internship program offers a unique opportunity to build an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. You will receive comprehensive guidance, build a strong professional network, and access exclusive financial products, all backed by the support of a Fortune 500 company. This program is designed to help you develop confidence, enhance your professional network, and empower individuals to achieve financial freedom. At Northwestern Mutual, hard work truly pays off!

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Key Responsibilities

This internship program mirrors our full-time Financial Representative career, providing a realistic and robust learning experience. You will have the opportunity to:

• Learn how to prospect and network effectively to build your business and client base.
• Develop and execute a strategic business plan.
• Engage with potential clients by calling and setting meetings to understand their financial goals.
• Prepare personalized financial plans and offer valuable recommendations.
• Gain hands-on exposure to proprietary financial planning software platforms.
• Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings to continuously enhance your skills.
• Obtain Risk Product State Licensing for Life, Accident, and Health insurance.
• Build essential life skills that will create future career opportunities, regardless of your chosen path.

As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect a flexible schedule designed to accommodate your academic commitments. This year-round internship offers continuous growth, support for advanced registrations like Series 6 & 63, and certifications such as CFP®. You’ll be inspired at local and national recognition events, gain access to leadership programs, and collaborate with industry experts. Eligible students will also have the opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

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Qualifications

We are seeking ambitious and driven students who fit the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student; juniors and seniors are preferred.
• Possess entrepreneurial ambitions and a genuine curiosity for sales.
• Highly involved on campus (e.g., leadership roles, athletics, campus organizations, student government).
• Demonstrate excellent time-management skills.
• Exhibit a strong interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
• Business savvy with a desire to increase critical thinking abilities.

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Compensation & Benefits

This performance-based internship offers a rewarding structure:

• 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, Disability Income, Long-Term Care).
• Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required).

Salary Range: USD $500.00 – USD $1,000.00 /Yr.

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About Northwestern Mutual

For over 165 years, Northwestern Mutual has been dedicated to helping clients live fully by providing 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 integrates multiple financial strategies—including insurance, investments, and annuities—to ensure clients consistently meet their financial goals. We are known for our unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients.

Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are highly 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.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and belonging workplace where every unique viewpoint contributes to our collective success. Our goal is to create teams that reflect our diverse customers and communities, ensuring all employees feel welcomed, valued, and heard.

Why Join Northwestern Mutual?

• Fortune 500 company (2023).
• Recognized as a Top 100 Internship Program by Yello x WayUp (2022).
• Serving 5.0+ million clients and growing.
• Manages $257 billion in retail investment client assets.
• Consistently recognized as Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021).
• Boasts unsurpassed financial strength among U.S. life insurers.
• Named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021).

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Important Notes:

• Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production.
• Should you be offered an intern contract to become a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Approval to contract will be withdrawn if the background check results provide information that would prevent employment with Northwestern Mutual.