College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • Mishawaka, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwestern Mutual’s College Financial Representative internship provides guidance, connections, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice. Interns develop a practice while working with local and nationwide experts, financial products, and company resources. The program offers opportunities to build confidence, develop a professional network, and help clients pursue their financial goals. It mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career and can be taken year-round, with a flexible schedule designed to accommodate classes. 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, including a national criminal background check. The posted salary range is USD $500–$1,000 per year.

Requirements

• Be a full-time student; juniors and seniors are preferred.
• Have entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity about sales.
• Be highly involved on campus, such as through leadership, athletics, 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 develop critical-thinking abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Junior or senior standing is preferred.
• Support and eligibility opportunities for SIE, Series 6, and Series 63 registrations are available.

Responsibilities

• Learn prospecting and networking 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.
• Obtain Risk Product State Licensing for Life, Accident, and Health.
• Build life skills that create future career opportunities.
• Participate in recognition events and collaborate with business experts.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to work around classes and personal commitments.
• Learning and Development Incentives of up to $1,000 per month, not including earned commissions.
• Productivity bonuses.
• 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.
• Access to leadership programs.
• Potential opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor position upon graduation.

What This Job Offers

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