Financial Representative Interns at Northwestern Mutual help their clients live more and worry less through our unique approach to financial planning. Our interns, who come from varying academic backgrounds and experiences, begin to build a financial planning practice while employing local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the support of a Fortune 100 company. You will have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and change people’s lives by helping them achieve financial freedom. Here, hard work pays off!

Our internship program mimics our full-time Financial Representative role, allowing you to:

• Build your client base through prospecting and networking

• Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals

• Prepare plans and offer useful recommendations

• Gain exposure to planning software platforms

• Get licensed with your Life, Accident, and Health insurance license

• Participate in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings

As a Northwestern Mutual intern, you can expect a flexible schedule to work around life and your classes. With our year-round program, 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 interns have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative role upon graduation.

Desired skills

• Enjoys building new relationships and rapport with prospective clients

• Productive in a collaborative environment

• A desire for continuous learning

• Entrepreneurial mindset

• Proficient oral and written communication skills

Compensation

• Commissions

• Development Stipends

• Productivity Bonuses

• Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC)

• Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required)

Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for over 165 years. Through a distinctive, whole-picture planning approach including both insurance and investments, we empower people to be financially confident. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and leading-edge technology to best serve our clients.