Finance & Banking Intern, Financial Consultant

Spring/Summer 2026 internship is available to students who are currently a sophomore or junior in college. Freshman and seniors are not eligible.

You can choose between 15‑20 hours a week during the Spring 2026 semester and then work 40 hours a week during the summer.

Do not apply if you are unable to work onsite at our San Diego HQ. Only candidates who are located in San Diego, California will be considered.

Centura Wealth Advisory, a non‑commission, fee‑only SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm located in San Diego, is seeking a Finance Intern to join our team. We provide Wealth Advisory Services including financial planning, investment management, and legacy planning to affluent individuals, business entities, and non‑profit organizations through our Liberated Wealth (SM) process. This internship offers undergraduate students an opportunity to gain meaningful experience in a professional business environment while developing skills in investment management, financial planning, and client service.

• Perform research on ETFs, stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and other securities using various research services
• Maintain and update portfolio analytical material, investment documentation, and client data
• Identify, collect, and present research materials on alternative investments; attend webinars as assigned
• Prepare custodian paperwork, client applications, transfer paperwork, and service forms, tracking progress and completion
• Assist in development of presentations for clients and prospects
• Prepare financial exhibits including balance sheets, cash flow projections, retirement projections, estate summaries, and insurance summaries
• Support client communications, including information requests, follow‑ups, and problem resolution
• Learn and utilize key financial software platforms including Salesforce, Morningstar, Orion, Wealth Access, and others
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to a collaborative and high‑performing team environment

• Strong work ethic with exceptional listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, follow directions, and adapt quickly to new challenges
• Organizational and time‑management skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfort with social media platforms (Linked In, Facebook, You Tube)
• Basic knowledge of financial and investment concepts, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and insurance products
• Inquisitive, resourceful, and eager to learn in a dynamic team setting

• Enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate CFP‑affiliated program
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Majors:
  Business, Marketing, Sales, Finance, or Mathematics
• Proficiency with standard office equipment and software

• Integrity / Honesty – Maintains high ethical standards, confidentiality, and trustworthiness
• Conscientiousness – Demonstrates effort, commitment, and responsible behavior
• Interpersonal Skills – Builds positive relationships with colleagues and clients through courtesy, tact, and empathy
• Communication – Uses clear, professional language, grammar, and presentation in all interactions
• Organization – Highly detail‑oriented, accurate, and able to prioritize competing demands effectively

• Mentorship from senior advisors
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment rooted in core values
• Monthly Midweek‑Mingle – Each month a team cooks breakfast for the office
• Quarterly events including happy hours and volunteer events
• Centura Spirit Week twice a year = tons of fun, team building, and CWA Spirit! (Think pajama day, beach day, costume contest day, mini‑golf, company parties and more!)
• Monthly firm‑wide coaching sessions to develop professionally, personally, and collectively as a team
• Onsite cafeteria and gym

Centura Investment Advisory, headquartered in San Diego with a national presence, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm delivering innovative Investment and Wealth Management services to affluent families, business owners, and Corporate Executives. Our skilled professionals have been…