2026 Early Talent Internship: Nuveen Equities & Fixed Income (NEFI)

TIAA • Chicago, IL

10d • $22 - $30

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 10-week summer internship program is designed to challenge students by providing opportunities to provide hand-on experiences, skills training and valuable professional networking to assist students with identifying and building on their career interests. This role gains experience and an overall feel for the company and the financial services industry by attending meetings, delivering presentations, exploring business-specific tasks, and working closely with cross-functional groups to better understand the Nuveen businesses. The program includes a robust training and onboarding program followed by our ongoing speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and cohort engagement activities, as well as direct access to executive and senior leadership, mentors and previous interns.

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
• 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

Benefits

• The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of its 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees