About the role#
The Internal Wholesaler Summer Intern supports our team in driving sales activity and strengthening the distribution of investment solutions. You will work alongside internal wholesalers, external wholesalers, and company leadership on business initiatives. This role provides insight into the full sales cycle of investment product distribution, asset management platforms, and sales strategies. You will receive mentorship from experienced professionals throughout the summer.
What you'll do#
- Assist internal wholesalers with daily outreach to financial advisors through call campaigns, email follow-ups, and meeting scheduling.
- Research advisor activity, territory trends, and product opportunities.
- Analyze sales data, pipeline activity, and advisor engagement metrics to identify growth opportunities.
- Maintain CRM records by entering notes and updating advisor profiles.
- Prepare territory reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders.
- Create and update product materials, presentations, and talking points.
- Partner with marketing and product teams to manage distribution of resources.
- Coordinate marketing campaigns, email outreach, and targeted advisor communications.
- Support the coordination of internal meetings, training sessions, and strategic planning activities.
- Assist with process enhancements, playbook updates, and best practice documentation.
- Provide general administrative support to the Internal Wholesaling team.
What you'll need#
- Currently a college Junior at the time of application.
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Communications, or Accounting.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Strong interest in financial services, investments, sales strategy, and real estate accounting.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Working knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Aptitude to learn software such as Yardi and Active Disclosure.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, on-site internship located in Downers Grove, Illinois.
- The term for this position is Summer 2027.
- Compensation is $25 per hour.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc.
The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc. functions as a business incubator for firms providing real estate and finance services. Based in Oak Brook, Illinois, the organization manages commercial properties and apartment units across 49 states. It has acquired over 48 billion dollars in commercial real estate during its 50 years of operation. The group employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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