College Financial Representative Internship Program

February 8, 2026
$1000 / year
Internship
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Job Description

Job Title: College Financial Representative Internship Program

Company: Northwestern Mutual

Location: 875 3rd Ave Fl 23

Job Overview

Northwestern Mutual’s internship program provides College Financial Representatives with guidance, connection, and a structured framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Interns, from diverse academic backgrounds, will engage with local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the robust support of a Fortune 500 company. This program offers a unique opportunity to build confidence, develop a professional network, and empower individuals to achieve financial freedom. Hard work is directly rewarded within this role.

Responsibilities

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

  • Learn to prospect and network effectively to build your business and client base.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy.
  • Initiate contact with potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals.
  • Prepare tailored financial plans and offer useful recommendations.
  • Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms.
  • Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
  • Receive support for Risk Product State Licensing: Life, Accident, and Health.
  • Build essential life skills that create future career opportunities.

Program Structure & Benefits

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

  • A flexible schedule designed to accommodate your academic commitments and personal life.
  • The option to participate in our internship program year-round.
  • Ongoing support for pursuing additional registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP®.
  • Opportunities to be recognized at local and national events.
  • Access to leadership programs and collaboration with industry experts.
  • Diverse resources dedicated to ensuring both personal and professional growth.
  • An opportunity for eligible students to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

Qualifications

Are you a fit for this internship? We are looking for candidates who are:

  • A full-time student; juniors and seniors preferred.
  • Possessing entrepreneurial ambitions and a curiosity for sales.
  • Highly involved on campus (e.g., leader, athlete, campus organizations, student government).
  • Demonstrating excellent time-management skills.
  • Having an interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
  • Exhibiting business savvy and a desire to enhance 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 been dedicated to helping clients live fully through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. The company combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to enable clients to successfully navigate their financial lives. Their tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies—insurance, investments, and annuities—designed to reinforce each other and keep clients consistently on track. Northwestern Mutual leads with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for its clients.

Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors1 for income tax purposes, and “statutory employees” for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.

The company values an inclusive and belonging workplace, believing that everyone’s unique viewpoints contribute to new successes. Northwestern Mutual strives to create teams that reflect its 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).
  • Servicing 5.0+ million clients and growing2.
  • Manages $257 billion in retail investment client assets3.
  • Named among Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021).
  • Boasts Unsurpassed financial strength4.
  • Recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021).

Salary Range

USD $500.00 – USD $1,000.00 /Yr.

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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