Summer 2027 Intern - Financial Sales (Hartford)

Empower • Hartford, CT

1d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Empower’s Summer Internship Program is a 10-week, full-time, in-person experience in Hartford, Connecticut, running from June 2, 2027, to August 6, 2027. The program is designed for rising professionals interested in financial services and provides practical exposure to Empower’s business, culture, and mission. Each intern is paired with a manager, mentor, and executive sponsor, works on a meaningful individual project and collaborative team initiatives, and receives ongoing guidance and feedback. Interns also participate in networking and professional and personal development workshops, interact with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, and present their work to business leaders at the program’s conclusion.

The Financial Sales Intern supports Empower’s Core Sales and Support team through business initiatives and hands-on projects. The role provides exposure to consultative sales, the sales cycle, and Empower’s 401(k) investment products, while helping develop business acumen and skills relevant to a potential future path as an Associate Internal Sales Director. The internship pays $22.00–$24.00 per hour based on academic level. The posting also lists a base salary range of $45,700–$62,875 and notes that actual compensation may vary; sales incentives and, in some instances, a bonus plan may apply.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university in a bachelor’s or master’s program.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Available for the full 10-week program from June 2 to August 6, 2027.
• Must reside near or be able to reliably commute to Hartford, Connecticut, for this in-person internship.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship; CPT/OPT is not supported.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Self-directed approach and proactive interest in learning.
• Professional curiosity and eagerness to explore new tools and ideas.
• Accountability and follow-through on individual or team-based goals.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of academic progress toward a bachelor’s degree.
• Expected to graduate and be available for full-time employment by mid-2028.
• Preferred majors include Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or other relevant business fields.
• Experience as a results-driven competitor.
• Demonstrated interest in financial sales and a career pathway in wholesaling.

Responsibilities

• Support the Core Sales and Support team by contributing to real-time business initiatives and hands-on projects.
• Create prospecting lists and advisor additions in Salesforce to support Internal Sales Directors.
• Analyze sales data to improve sales pipelines and streamline processes.
• Identify process enhancements using data and AI tools.
• Contribute to an individual project and collaborative team initiatives, delivering meaningful results.
• Present internship work to business leaders at the conclusion of the program.

Benefits

• Manager, mentor, and executive sponsor support.
• Networking opportunities.
• Professional and personal development workshops.
• Potential consideration for return offers or full-time opportunities after graduation for high-performing interns.
• Potential eligibility for sales incentives and, in some instances, a bonus plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed