College Financial Representative Internship

February 16, 2026
$1000 / year
Internship
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Job Description

College Financial Representative Internship – Northwestern Mutual

Location: 1818 Market St Ste 3400

Overview

The Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative internship program offers comprehensive guidance, connection, and a robust framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Interns, representing diverse academic backgrounds and experiences, will develop their practice by engaging with local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the unwavering support of a Fortune 500 company. This opportunity allows you to build confidence, expand your professional network, and empower individuals to achieve financial freedom. Here, hard work truly pays off!

Key Responsibilities

Our internship program closely mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career, providing a practical learning experience:

  • Learn how to prospect and network to build your business and client base.
  • Develop and execute on a business strategy.
  • Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals.
  • Prepare 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 will benefit from a flexible schedule designed to accommodate your academic and personal life. The program offers the option to participate year-round, allowing for continuous growth of your practice. You will receive dedicated support for professional registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP® (eligibility required).

The internship provides access to inspiring local and national recognition events, leadership development programs, and opportunities to collaborate with industry experts. Our culture fosters diverse resources to ensure both personal and professional growth. Eligible students also have the unique opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

Qualifications

Are you a fit for this internship? Ideal candidates possess:

  • Full-time student status; 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).

Salary Range

USD $500.00 – USD $1,000.00 /Yr.

About Northwestern Mutual

For over 165 years, Northwestern Mutual has been dedicated to helping clients navigate their financial lives through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experiences 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 pride ourselves on 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, operating as independent contractors for income tax purposes and “statutory employees” for FICA tax purposes. Northwestern Mutual champions an inclusive and belonging workplace, valuing diverse viewpoints and striving to create teams that reflect our customers and communities.

Why Join Northwestern Mutual?

  • Fortune 500 company (2023).
  • Recognized as a Top 100 Internship Program, Yello x WayUp (2022).
  • Serving 5.0+ million clients and growing 2.
  • Manages $257 billion in retail investment client assets 3.
  • Named one of Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021).
  • Boasts Unsurpassed financial strength 4.
  • Recipient of the Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality – Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021).

Disclaimers & Footnotes

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

2 As of June 30, 2023

3 Combined client assets of NMIS and NMWMC as of June 30, 2023

4 Among U.S. life insurers. Ratings are for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company, as of the most recent review and report by each rating agency. Ratings as of: 06/23 (Moody’s Investors Service), 08/23 (A.M. Best Company), 08/23 (Fitch Ratings), 05/23 (S&P Global Ratings)

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