About the role#
Kestra Financial is offering a paid, full-time summer internship for students interested in the wealth management industry. This program provides exposure to various business units, including client service, operations, finance, and technology. Interns will join a cohort of contributors to gain real-world experience and insight into how we support independent financial professionals.
What you'll do#
- Work on key projects with goals and activities defined by your assigned group leaders.
- Build your knowledge of the financial services industry, including market insights and outlook.
- Learn about the technology platforms, services, and support provided to our member firms.
What you'll need#
- A minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Current standing as an undergraduate junior or senior is preferred.
- A basic understanding of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- A major in Finance.
- Strong time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to interpret numeric data and work effectively with teams.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a client-service-oriented environment.
- A keen interest in finance and the wealth management business.
- Completion of an AI course is preferred.
Location & details#
- This internship is located on-site in Austin, Texas.
- The program runs from early June through the end of July 2027.
- We do not offer sponsorship for this position.
About Kestra Financial
Kestra Financial provides wealth management, technology, and practice enrichment services for independent financial advisors. The firm operates as a parent company for various subsidiaries, including Kestra Investment Services and Kestra Advisory Services. Based in Austin, Texas, the company employs between 201 and 500 people. It has operated for over 20 years.
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