College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • Fairfax, VA

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 company resources. The program mirrors the full-time Financial Representative career and offers opportunities to build professional confidence and networks while helping clients pursue their financial goals.

The internship offers a flexible schedule that can accommodate classes and may be available year-round. Interns can receive support for registrations and certifications, participate in recognition events and leadership programs, and collaborate with experienced professionals. Eligible students may have the opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role after graduation.

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

Requirements

• Must be a full-time student; juniors and seniors are preferred.
• Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity about sales.
• High campus involvement, such as leadership, athletics, campus organizations, or student government.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
• Business savvy and a desire to increase critical-thinking abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Eligibility and interest in pursuing Series 6 and Series 63 registrations or CFP® certification.
• Interest in an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

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.
• Pursue risk product state licensing in Life, Accident, and Health.
• Build professional and life skills that support future career opportunities.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to work around classes and personal life.
• 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.
• Weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
• Access to leadership programs and local and national recognition events.
• Opportunity to collaborate with business experts and access professional-development resources.

What This Job Offers

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