2026 Early Talent Internship: Marketing & Communications

TIAA•Charlotte, NC

8d•$22 - $30

About The Position

Intern 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. TIAA's Marketing & Communications (M&C) Internship will support a variety of strategic and executional projects to contribute to our goal of putting a secure retirement within reach of millions more Americans. M&C helps accelerate our business growth across TIAA and Nuveen’s expanding portfolio of products and services through a variety of audience-aligned campaigns and programs. Interns will have the opportunity to utilize their classroom learning in the workplace, as well as various opportunities to learn new skills. Interns will be assigned developmental roles in an area of M&C, such as Communications, Social Media, Advertising, Client Marketing, Analytics or Web, depending on business need and in alignment with the candidates’ skills. This internship may be assigned to TIAA or Nuveen Marketing.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree
Expected Graduation date between December 2026– June 2028
Minimum GPA of 3.0

Nice To Haves

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills and high emotional intelligence
Well organized, detail-oriented, and able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Solid presentation and communication skills
Strong ability to work in teams and build good relationships high degree of personal integrity and work ethics
Effective project management and time management skills
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and maintain attention to detail
Experience with analytics tools and methodologies
Accountability, Adaptability, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Communication, Consultative Communication, Data Analysis, Influence, Market/Industry Dynamics, Problem Solving, Relationship Management

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
Assist in data collection and analysis.
Help develop client journeys to make recommendations to optimize current client experience.
Inventory marketing and communication material to determine opportunities for improvement.
Help map Marketing processes and identify steps for improvement.
Prepare draft presentations for leadership.
Attend company functions, including trainings programs, speaker series, lunch-and-learns and social networking events that provide opportunities for career growth and personal development.
Shadow multiple office jobs and trains in a variety of tasks.
Gain experience and an overall feel for the company and the financial services industry.
Areas of focus: Communications, Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Content Marketing, Social Media, Client Marketing, Brand Marketing, or another marketing-related area of focus.