College Financial Representative (Internship Program)

Job Description

Job Title: College Financial Representative (Internship Program)
Location: 1 Riverway Ste 900

Overview

The internship program at Northwestern Mutual provides college financial representatives with guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Interns, from various academic backgrounds and experiences, will begin to build a financial planning practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the robust support of a Fortune 500 company. This role offers the opportunity to build confidence, develop a professional network, and help people achieve financial freedom. Hard work in this program is recognized and rewarded.

Key Responsibilities

Our internship program mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to:

• 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 valuable life skills that create future career opportunities.

Program Benefits & Growth Opportunities

As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect:

• A flexible schedule to work around your life and classes.
• The option to participate in our internship program year-round.
• Support for obtaining registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP®.
• Inspiration at local and national recognition events.
• Access to leadership programs.
• Opportunity to collaborate with experts and utilize diverse resources for personal and professional growth.
• Eligible students 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 (e.g., leader, athlete, campus organizations, student government).
• 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.
• 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 Northwestern Mutual

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, offering tailored financial strategies that include insurance, investments, and annuities. We lead with unmatched financial strength and provide access to the best products and services for our clients.

Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors for income tax purposes, and “statutory employees” for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes. Income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of an intern contract, a national criminal background check is required; approval may be withdrawn based on results.

As a company, we value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone’s unique viewpoints bring 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

• A Fortune 500 company (2023).
• Recognized among the Top 100 Internship Programs by Yello x WayUp (2022).
• Serves 5.0+ million clients and growing (as of June 30, 2023).
• Manages $257 billion in retail investment client assets held or managed (as of June 30, 2023).
• Named one of Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021).
• Possesses unmatched financial strength among U.S. life insurers.
• Achieved Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality – Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021).

Salary Range

USD $500.00 – USD $1,000.00 /Yr.