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$0K - 36K a year
Build a financial planning practice through prospecting, networking, client meetings, and developing business strategies while gaining licensing and training.
Must be a full-time college student with entrepreneurial ambition, interest in financial literacy, good time management, and involvement in campus activities.
College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual [insert location] are provided guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Our college financial representatives, who come from varying academic backgrounds and experiences, have the unique opportunity to build a financial planning practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, selling exclusive financial products, and having the support of a Fortune 500 company. You will have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and help people achieve financial freedom. Here, hard work pays off! Our internship program mimics our full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to: • Learn how to prospect and network to build your business and client base • Develop and execute on a business strategy • Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals • Prepare plans and offer useful recommendations • Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms • Engage in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings • Get licensed with your Life, Accident, and Health insurance license • Build life skills that create future career opportunities As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect a flexible schedule to work around your life and your classes. With the option to participate in our internship program year-round, you can continue to grow your practice and obtain support for registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP®. Get inspired at local and national recognition events, earn access to leadership programs, and collaborate with experts in our business. In fact, you’ll find diverse resources across our culture to ensure that you experience personal and professional growth in this program. With interest, eligible students have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation. Are you a fit for this internship? • Full-time student; juniors and seniors preferred • Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for sales • Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus orgs, student government, etc.) • Excellent time-management skills • Interest in financial literacy and planning tools • Business savvy and desire to increase critical thinking abilities Compensation & Benefits • Performance-based earnings and revenue • Learning and Development Incentives (up to $1000/month, not inclusive of earned commissions) • Productivity Bonuses • Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC)
This job posting was last updated on 12/9/2025