About the role#
As a College Financial Representative, you will build a financial planning practice from the ground up. You will receive guidance and support to develop your professional network and gain experience in the financial services industry. This program is designed to mirror our full-time Financial Representative career, giving you a realistic view of the profession while you balance your academic commitments.
What you'll do#
- Prospect and network to build your business and client base.
- Develop and execute a personal business strategy.
- Call on potential clients to set meetings and understand their financial goals.
- Prepare financial plans and offer recommendations to clients.
- Engage in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
- Obtain state licensing for Life, Accident, and Health insurance products.
What you'll need#
- You are a full-time student, preferably a junior or senior.
- You have an interest in sales and entrepreneurial goals.
- You are highly involved on campus through leadership roles, athletics, or student organizations.
- You possess strong time-management skills.
- You have an interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
- You are business savvy and want to improve your critical thinking abilities.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Finance, Economics, and Marketing.
Location & details#
- This role is located in San Antonio, Texas.
- The position is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship with a rolling term.
- Compensation includes performance-based earnings, productivity bonuses, and learning 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.
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