About the role#
This is a ten-week, full-time internship based in Wilmington, Delaware. You will work directly with a team to build relevant skills through hands-on experience and meaningful projects. The program is designed to support your early career development and provide exposure to a global financial services business.
What you'll do#
- Support trust administration tasks.
- Conduct analytical research on market-related topics.
- Assist in the preparation of investment reviews for clients.
- Create sales and marketing campaigns to drive new business.
- Participate in professional development workshops and Lunch & Learns with leadership.
- Complete an Intern Capstone Presentation project.
- Engage in company volunteer events and social activities.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics at an accredited college or university.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Curiosity about financial markets and interest in the financial services industry.
- Proven analytical, data interpretation, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork through projects or extracurricular involvement.
- You must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Wilmington, Delaware.
- The work modality is on-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About Northern Trust
Northern Trust is a financial services company based in Chicago. Founded in 1889, it provides wealth management, asset servicing, and investment solutions to individuals and institutions. The firm operates globally with over 31,000 employees. It manages assets across five business units including technology and corporate functions.
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