About the role#
College Financial Representatives build an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. You will work with local and nationwide experts while using the resources of a Fortune 500 company. This program allows you to build a professional network and help people reach their financial goals. You will gain experience that prepares you for future career opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Prospect and network to build your business and client base.
- Develop and execute on a business strategy.
- Call on potential clients and set meetings to discuss their financial goals.
- Prepare plans and offer recommendations.
- Use proprietary planning software platforms.
- Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
- Obtain Risk Product State Licensing for Life, Accident, and Health.
- Build life skills.
What you'll need#
- Full-time student status, with juniors and seniors preferred.
- Entrepreneurial ambitions and a curiosity for sales.
- Involvement on campus through leadership roles, athletics, or student organizations.
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
- Business savvy and a desire to improve critical thinking.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Finance, Economics, and Marketing.
Location & details#
- Location: Mount Juliet, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship featuring performance-based earnings, productivity bonuses, and learning and development incentives.
About Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual is a financial services company founded in 1857. It provides insurance, annuities, and wealth management services to over 4.5 million clients. The firm operates with offices in Milwaukee and New York. It manages over 125 billion dollars in client assets.
How to get in at Northwestern Mutual
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