2027 Early Talent Internship: Nuveen Chief Investment Office (CIO)

TIAA•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Current enrolled in a degree-seeking program with expected graduation date between December 2027– June 2028
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Must have authorization to work in the U.S., and not require current or future work visa sponsorship to retain authorization to work in the U.S.
Accountability
Adaptability
Business Acumen
Collaboration
Communication
Consultative Communication
Data Analysis
Influence
Market/Industry Dynamics
Problem Solving
Relationship Management

Nice To Haves

High School 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
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