College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • Rogers, AR

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 work with local and nationwide experts, financial products, and company resources while developing professional networks and helping clients pursue their financial goals. The program mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career and can be undertaken year-round, with a flexible schedule designed to accommodate classes. Students may receive support for registrations and certifications, take part in coaching and development, attend recognition events, and access leadership programs. 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. An intern contract requires approval and 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.
• Demonstrate business savvy and a desire to improve critical-thinking abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in participating in registrations or certifications such as Series 6, Series 63, or CFP®, subject to eligibility where applicable.
• Interest in a future full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Learn prospecting and networking 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 financial planning software platforms.
• Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
• Build life skills that support future career opportunities.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to work around classes and other 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 and local and national recognition events.
• Weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.

What This Job Offers

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