About the role#
The 2027 Early Talent Internship with Nuveen Sales & Distribution is a 10-week summer program. It prepares future sales and relationship management professionals to serve a diverse client base. Interns gain exposure to the financial services industry through hands-on tasks, meetings, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will participate in a structured curriculum that includes training modules, an executive speaker series, and mentorship programs.
What you'll do#
- Support relationship management teams in servicing institutional and wealth management clients.
- Assist with the preparation of client presentations, investment proposals, and marketing materials.
- Analyze market trends, competitor offerings, and client needs to identify sales opportunities.
- Contribute to consultant relationship management and RFP responses.
- Support advisor education and development initiatives.
- Drive independent research initiatives to gather market intelligence.
- Collaborate on strategic presentations and research projects.
- Support the coordination of project materials and meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree-seeking program with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- High school diploma preferred.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About TIAA
TIAA is a financial services firm based in New York. It provides retirement plans, insurance, and investment services to individuals in the education, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. The company manages products including mutual funds, life insurance, and 529 college savings plans. It employs over 13,000 people and maintains offices in the United States, India, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
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