About the role#
The College Financial Representative internship provides a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice. You will work with local and nationwide experts while utilizing exclusive financial products. This role mimics our full-time career path, allowing you to build professional confidence and a network while helping people with their financial goals.
What you'll do#
- Prospect and network to build your client base.
- Develop and execute a business strategy.
- Call on potential clients and set meetings to discuss their financial goals.
- Prepare plans and offer recommendations.
- Gain exposure to 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 for future career opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time student status, with juniors and seniors preferred.
- Majors in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or Marketing.
- Entrepreneurial ambitions and a curiosity for sales.
- High level of involvement on campus through leadership, athletics, or student organizations.
- Strong time-management skills.
- An interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
- Business savvy and a desire to improve critical thinking abilities.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntington Beach, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling, with year-round options available.
- Compensation: Performance-based earnings and revenue, productivity bonuses, and learning incentives. Support is provided for insurance licensing and professional registrations including SIE, Series 6, and Series 63.
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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