About the role#
As a College Financial Representative, you will build a financial planning practice from the ground up. You will receive guidance and access to proprietary software while working with experts to help clients reach their financial goals. This internship mimics our full-time Financial Representative career, offering a chance to develop your professional network and build skills for your future.
What you'll do#
- Prospect and network to build your own business and client base.
- Create and execute a business strategy.
- Call on potential clients to set meetings and understand their financial needs.
- Prepare plans and offer recommendations to clients.
- Use proprietary financial planning software platforms.
- Attend weekly coaching, training, and development meetings.
- Obtain your Risk Product State Licensing for Life, Accident, and Health.
What you'll need#
- You are a full-time student, preferably a junior or senior.
- You have an interest in sales, financial literacy, and planning tools.
- You are business savvy and want to sharpen your critical thinking.
- You have strong time-management skills.
- You are active on campus as a leader, athlete, or member of student organizations.
Location & details#
- Location: Albany, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling, with year-round options available.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship featuring 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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