Financial Advisor Training Program
About The Position
The Northwestern Mutual College Financial Advisor internship offers hands-on experience in building a financial planning practice with the support of a Fortune 500 company. Interns gain guidance, connections, and tools to develop their skills while engaging with experts and learning how financial strategies and solutions are introduced to clients. This program prepares interns for future opportunities, including a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation, while fostering personal and professional growth. At Northwestern Mutual Cedar Rapids, we are committed to building the most financially secure communities in America, one person, one family, and one business at a time. Recognized as one of CBJ’s Coolest Places to Work and honored with the Training APEX Award, Forbes: Best Employers for New Grads, and WayUp: Top 100 Internships, our office combines industry-leading training with a culture of growth and inclusion. From our Leadership Development Program and Women’s Affinity Summit to our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committee (IMPOWER), we foster an environment where everyone has the tools and support to succeed. Beyond professional growth, we are deeply committed to giving back, supporting causes like Alex’s Lemonade Stand, the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, and pediatric cancer research through local events that make a lasting impact.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled, full-time student (freshman–senior or final year of a Master’s program; all majors welcome)
- Able to work onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA (no sponsorship provided)
- Ambitious, with a curiosity for business development
- Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus organizations, student government, etc.)
- Excellent time-management skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and client relationship-building skills
- Business savvy with a desire to strengthen critical thinking abilities
- Professional: coachable, responds well to accountability, goal-oriented, and self-motivated
- Interest in financial services: financially motivated, strong work ethic, and a desire to make an impact
- Key characteristics: motivated, competitive, and willing to overcome obstacles and adversity
Nice To Haves
- Training in proprietary planning software and licensing (Life, Accident, Health insurance)
- Opportunities for certifications (Series 6 & 63, CFP®)
- Optional licensing education for students who qualify and are interested. Licensing is not required to begin the internship.
Responsibilities
- Building a financial planning practice
- Prospecting
- Networking
- Business strategy
- Client acquisition
- Mentoring and guiding new intern classes
Benefits
- Retirement
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Flexible schedules to balance with classes
- Real-world experience in prospecting, networking, and business strategy
- Training in proprietary planning software and licensing (Life, Accident, Health insurance)
- Opportunities for certifications (Series 6 & 63, CFP®)
- Weekly coaching and professional development
- Access to leadership programs and recognition events
- Strong Earnings Potential
- Learning and Development Financial Incentives
- Productivity Bonuses
- Exposure to the financial services industry
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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