College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • Woburn, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwestern Mutual’s College Financial Representatives internship provides guidance, connections, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice. Interns build a practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, accessing financial products, and receiving support from the company. The program is designed to build confidence and professional networks while helping clients work toward financial freedom. It mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career and offers a flexible schedule around students’ lives and classes. Interns may participate year-round, receive support for registrations and certifications, attend recognition events, access leadership programs, and collaborate with business experts. Eligible students may have the opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

College Financial Representatives are independent contractors for income tax purposes and statutory employees for FICA tax purposes. Income is based on production. An intern contract requires approval and a national criminal background check; approval may be withdrawn based on the results.

Requirements

• Be a full-time student; juniors and seniors are preferred.
• Have entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity about sales.
• Be highly involved on campus, for example as a leader, athlete, or member of campus organizations or student government.
• Have excellent time-management skills.
• Have an interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
• Have business savvy and a desire to strengthen critical-thinking abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Juniors and seniors are preferred.
• Eligible students may interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prospect and network to build a business and client base.
• Develop and execute a business strategy.
• Contact potential clients and schedule meetings to understand their financial goals.
• Prepare financial plans and offer recommendations.
• Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms.
• Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
• Receive state licensing for risk products, including life, accident, and health.
• Build life skills that support future career opportunities.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to work around classes and personal commitments.
• Opportunity to participate in the internship program year-round.
• Support for insurance licensing, including life, health, disability income, and long-term care.
• Support for SIE, Series 6, and Series 63 registrations, subject to eligibility.
• Learning and development incentives of up to $1,000 per month, not including earned commissions.
• Productivity bonuses.
• Access to coaching, training, leadership programs, recognition events, and professional development resources.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed