College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • Aberdeen, SD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwestern Mutual’s College Financial Representative internship provides guidance, connections, and a framework for building a financial planning practice. Interns learn to develop a business and client base while working with local and nationwide experts, financial products, and the support of a Fortune 500 company. The program offers opportunities to develop professional skills, build a network, and help clients pursue their financial goals.

The internship mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career. Interns can participate year-round with a flexible schedule designed to work around classes. They may receive support for registrations and certifications such as Series 6 and 63 or CFP®, and can take part in coaching, training, leadership programs, and recognition events. Eligible students may have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

College Financial Representatives are considered independent contractors for income tax purposes and statutory employees for FICA tax purposes. Earnings are production-based. Contract approval requires a national criminal background check.

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.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to prospect and network to build a business and client base.
• Develop and execute a business strategy.
• Contact potential clients and set 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 in 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 in life, health, disability income, and long-term care.
• Support for SIE, Series 6, and Series 63 registrations, subject to eligibility.
• Flexible schedule to work around classes and other commitments.
• Access to leadership programs, coaching, training, development meetings, and recognition events.

What This Job Offers

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