College Financial Representative, Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative Internship

College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual are provided guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up.

You will have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and help people achieve financial freedom.

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
• Receive risk product state licensing:
  Life, Accident, and Health
• Build life skills that create future career opportunities

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. Eligible students may interview for a full‑time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.

• 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

• Performance‑based earnings and revenue
• Learning and development incentives (up to $1,000 / month, not inclusive of earned commissions)
• Productivity bonuses
• Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC)
• Support for SIE, Series 6, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required)

We value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone's unique viewpoints bring new successes. We strive to create teams that reflect our customers and communities, fostering an environment where all employees are welcomed, valued, and heard.