Northwestern Mutual

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We are currently accepting applications for our Summer 2026 Internship program. Students are expected to commit 15 hours per week to the program. PURPOSE You will gain hands on real world experience as you explore the career path of becoming a Financial Planner. Through our personal and professional development training, you will not only learn how to build and maintain relationships within your community, but you will also have the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of others by helping them enjoy financially secure lives. YOUR OPPORTUNITY Northwestern Mutual’s College Financial Representative Internship has been ranked as a “Top 10 Internship” for the past 25 years (Vault Guide to Internships, 2020). As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you will join our team and have the opportunity to partner with experienced financial representatives, advisors, and professional office staff to help build your personal practice. You will see the independent and entrepreneurial spirit that our financial representatives exhibit as you indulge in our innovative, supportive, and committed company culture. • Obtain your Life, Accident, & Health License, sponsored by Northwestern Mutual (Future opportunity to obtain Series 6 and 63 licenses) • Participate in personal and professional training and development meetings • Build your own schedule to meet with prospects and clients at your convenience • Analyze, create, and implement a personalized strategy for your clients to achieve financial security • Work directly with a mentor throughout the internship program • Schedule your work week around your academic schedule QUALIFICATIONS • U.S. Citizen • Full-time student (graduate and undergraduate students accepted) • Strong academic performance and active involvement in clubs/organizations • Devoted work ethic • Previous work or internship experience • Ability to work both independently, as well as part of a team • Self-motivated, driven, goal-oriented • Sociable, outgoing, enjoys meeting new people • Compensation is based on uncapped commissions (50%), weekly stipends based on production up-to $1000+ per month.