College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative InternshipCollege Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual are provided guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Our college financial representatives, who come from varying academic backgrounds and experiences, begin to build a financial planning practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the support of a Fortune 500 company. You will have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and help people achieve financial freedom. Here, hard work pays off!ResponsibilitiesOur internship program mimics our full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to:Learn how to prospect and network to build your business and client baseDevelop and execute on a business strategyCall on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goalsPrepare plans and offer useful recommendationsGain exposure to proprietary planning software platformsEngage in weekly coaching, training, and development meetingsReceive Risk Product State Licensing: Life, Accident, and HealthBuild life skills that create future career opportunitiesAs a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect a flexible schedule to work around your life and your classes. With the option to participate in our internship program year-round, you can continue to grow your practice and obtain support for registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP®. Get inspired at local and national recognition events, earn access to leadership programs, and collaborate with experts in our business. In fact, you'll find diverse resources across our culture to ensure that you experience personal and professional growth in this program. With interest, eligible students have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.QualificationsAre you a fit for this internship?Full-time student; juniors and seniors preferredEntrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for salesHighly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus orgs, student government, etc)Excellent time-management skillsInterest in financial literacy and planning toolsBusiness savvy and desire to increase critical thinking abilitiesCompensation & BenefitsPerformance-based earnings and revenueLearning and Development Incentives (up to $1000/month, not inclusive of earned commissions)Productivity BonusesSupport for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC)Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required)For over 165 years, we have helped our clients spend their lives living through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies—insurance, investments, and annuities—built to reinforce each other, keeping our clients consistently on track to meet goal after goal. We lead with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients.Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors for income tax purposes, and a "statutory employee" for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.As a company, we value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone's unique viewpoints bring new successes. We strive to create teams that reflect our customers and communities, fostering an environment where all employees are welcomed, valued, and heard.Why join Northwestern Mutual?Fortune 500 company (2023)Top 100 Internship Programs, Yello x WayUp (2022)5.0+ million clients and growing$257 billion retail investment client assets held or managed by Northwestern MutualForbes' Best Employers for Diversity (2018-2021)Unsurpassed financial strengthBest Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality- Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (2015-2021)1 Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production.Pay Range: USD $500.00 - USD $5,000.00 /Yr.