College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual • West Palm Beach, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The College Financial Representative internship at Northwestern Mutual provides guidance, connections, and a framework for building a financial planning practice. Interns learn to develop a client base and business strategy while working with local and nationwide experts, financial products, planning tools, and company resources. The program is designed to mirror the full-time Financial Representative career and offers coaching, training, professional networking, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Eligible students may interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor position upon graduation.

The internship offers a flexible schedule that can work around classes, with an option to participate year-round. Northwestern Mutual provides support for insurance licensing and eligible registrations or certifications, including Series 6, Series 63, and CFP®. College Financial Representatives are independent contractors for income tax purposes and statutory employees for FICA tax purposes. An intern contract is subject to 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.
• Have business savvy and a desire to increase 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 arrange meetings to understand their financial goals.
• Prepare financial plans and provide recommendations.
• Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms.
• Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
• Build skills and experience that can support 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 life, health, disability income, and long-term care insurance licensing.
• Support for SIE, Series 6, and Series 63 registrations, subject to eligibility.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate classes and other commitments.
• Potential access to leadership programs and local and national recognition events.

What This Job Offers

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