2026 Early Talent Internship: Corporate Strategy & Development - MBA

TIAA • New York, NY

4d • $50 - $65

About The Position

Throughout the intensive 10-week summer program, participants engage in a structured professional development curriculum featuring: Comprehensive training modules Executive speaker series Educational workshops Mentorship programs Cohort-based learning experiences This position provides exposure to key business divisions including Actuarial Services, Asset Management, Business Management, Corporate Strategy and Development, Financial Analysis and Accounting, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Law and Policy, Marketing and Communications, Product and Business Development, Retirement Solutions, Risk and Compliance, Technology, and Wealth Management. The Corporate Strategy & Development (CS&D) Team is comprised of three functions- Strategic Consulting, Corporate Development, and Competitive Intelligence- that develop and drive enterprise-wide strategy at TIAA. The Associate supports engagement management of broad cross-functional internal teams, including conducting interviews with internal clients, forming sophisticated hypotheses, designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, synthesizing conclusions and insights into recommendations, and executing strategic initiatives. The Associate will work both independently and in close coordination with other members of CS&D, business units, strategy and marketing organizations. This Associate intern will focus most of their time in the Strategic Consulting function, while also providing meaningful support to the other two through highly integrated team collaboration.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program pursuing a master's degree
• Expected Graduation date between December 2026– June 2027
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Sedentary Work
• 3 Years Required; 5 Years Preferred
• Currently pursuing an MBA degree (1st year student)

Nice To Haves

• Prior management consulting, internal strategy/consulting, investment banking, corporate finance, or financial services experience
• Experience with creating PowerPoint decks, presenting to senior executives, and qualitative and quantitative analysis
• University (Degree), Preferred

Responsibilities

• Support high-impact business initiatives by contributing to meaningful projects that directly support business objectives and client outcomes
• Collaborate on strategic presentations and research projects, contributing to PowerPoint and Excel deliverables and analytical materials that inform key business decision-making
• Support a variety of projects by helping to coordinate project materials and meetings to ensure seamless information flow across teams
• Drive independent research initiatives to gather market intelligence, competitive analysis, and supporting documentation that advances business objectives
• Immerse yourself in professional development opportunities through exclusive access to executive speaker series, specialized training programs, and networking events designed to accelerate your career trajectory
• Explore diverse career pathways by working alongside professionals across multiple departments and gaining hands-on experience in various business functions
• Build comprehensive industry expertise while developing deep knowledge of TIAA's culture, values, and position within the financial services landscape
• The primary function of the selected candidate will be to lead research and problem-solving activities on a portion of an internal client engagement or study.
• Associates work collaboratively with colleagues and internal clients, and are also involved with presentations to internal clients.
• Associates support engagements by conducting interviews, forming sophisticated hypotheses, designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, and synthesizing conclusions and insights into recommendations.

Benefits

• The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones.
• Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees