College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • Clearwater, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The College Financial Representative internship at Northwestern Mutual provides guidance, connections, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice. Interns begin developing a practice while engaging with local and nationwide experts, financial products, and company resources. The program is designed to build confidence and professional networks while helping clients work toward financial freedom.

The internship mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career. Interns can participate year-round and have a flexible schedule around classes. They may receive support for registrations and certifications such as Series 6, Series 63, and CFP®. With interest, eligible students may interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role after graduation. College Financial Representatives are independent contractors for income tax purposes and statutory employees for FICA tax purposes.

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 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 increase critical-thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prospect and network to build a business and client base.
• Develop and execute a business strategy.
• Contact potential clients and arrange 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 risk-product state licensing for Life, Accident, and Health.
• Build life skills that create future career opportunities.

Benefits

• Performance-based earnings and revenue.
• Learning and Development Incentives of up to $1,000 per month, not inclusive of 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.
• Flexible schedule around classes.
• Access to coaching, training, development meetings, recognition events, and leadership programs.

What This Job Offers

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