Internship

Job Description

About Nationwide Financial

Nationwide Financial is a large, diversified financial services organization dedicated to helping individuals and businesses prepare for and live in retirement. The company prides itself on its inclusive and engaging culture, where leaders invest in their employees.

Nationwide is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and valued. This commitment helps them understand their customers, attract and retain top talent, and foster innovation.

Nationwide Financial has its roots in a small, mutual insurer that helped farmers get the best value for auto insurance in 1926. Today, they are one of America’s leading financial services providers, but remain committed to their founding principles of protecting people, businesses, and futures with extraordinary care.

Internship Description

Nationwide Financial offers a 12-week internship program (May – August) with a variety of roles including Project Management, Operations, and Sales. Interns will:

• Be welcomed into a supportive culture: New interns are met with a culture of dedicated individuals who are eager to see them succeed.
• Contribute to impactful projects: Interns will attend meetings and contribute to projects that make a difference for the company.
• Focus on professional development: Interns will attend learning sessions led by key business leaders and network with fellow interns, team members, and alumni.
• Give back to the community: Nationwide Financial strongly believes in giving back to the communities they serve.
• Experience a variety of roles: The internship includes a variety of roles, including Project Management, Operations, and Sales.
• Receive mentorship and networking opportunities: Interns will have the opportunity to mentor, job shadow, and network with talented professionals and senior-level executives throughout Nationwide Financial.
• Work on meaningful projects: The work performed will be integral to Nationwide’s operations and business objectives.
• Travel to the Columbus, Ohio office: The internship will include periodic company-paid travel visits to the Columbus, Ohio office.

Benefits of a Nationwide internship:

• High-impact, high-profile assignments
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive compensation
• Intern and team-building experiences
• Networking opportunities with leaders

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree within 2-3 semesters of graduation
• Understanding or interest in the financial services industry
• Participation and leadership in extracurricular activities
• Academic excellence (minimum 3.0 GPA preferred)
• Strong commitment to teamwork and customer focus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Important Notes:

• Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program.
• Sponsorship for qualifying positions is based on business need and budget.
• Applications are accepted until 10/19/2024, but early submission is encouraged.
• The position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.
• Nationwide is a smoke-free company.
• Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure, and the starting salary range is $21 – $50 per hour.