Advisory Team Associate Intern (Summer 2027)

Focus Partners; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Focus Partners is offering a 10-week internship in the wealth management advisory team for students pursuing finance and financial planning degrees. You will draft financial plans, prepare for meetings, and perform research while learning investments, insurance, taxation, and estate planning concepts.

You'll observe workflows, participate in internal meetings, and assist with communications and cross-team coordination.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in financial planning, finance, business, or related field.
• Enrollment in CFP Board Registered Program preferred.
• Expected graduation between Dec 2027 and Spring 2028.
• U.S. work authorization required.
• Must complete assessments and a digital video interview within 5 days.
• Willing to work from the selected office; relocation not provided.
• Interest in financial planning and wealth management operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Team-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of financial industry, products, and planning concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist advisory team with financial plan drafting, meeting prep, note-taking, and CRM follow-up.
• Learn core financial planning concepts including investments, insurance, taxation, and estate planning.
• Support cross-team coordination and communications and assist with service requests.
• Gain proficiency with planning software, custodian platforms, and firm technology stack.
• Contribute to administrative tasks, billing support, and compliance processes.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team oriented

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in finance/ business/ financial planning

CFP Board Registered Program (preferred)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Program Dates: June 8 – August 13, 2027 (10 weeks)

Job Description Summary

Program Dates: June 8 – August 13, 2027 (10 weeks)

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the advisory team by assisting with financial plan drafting, meeting preparation, note-taking, and follow‑up tasks in the CRM.
• Learn core financial planning concepts, including investments, insurance, taxation, estate planning, and portfolio components, while conducting basic research and analysis.
• Support team activities by observing workflows, participating in internal meetings, and assisting with communications, service requests, and cross‑team coordination as needed.
• Gain proficiency with the firm’s technology stack, planning software, and custodian platforms, helping maintain accurate data and workflow processes.
• Contribute to administrative tasks, billing support, compliance processes, and cross‑functional projects that enhance the overall advisory experience.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in financial planning, finance, business, or a related field; enrollment in a CFP Board Registered Program is preferred.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and Spring 2028.
• Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to complete required assessments and a digital video interview as part of the application process within 5 days of receiving the link. Note: You will need to complete a new digital video interview for each position/location you apply to.
• Ability to work and commute out of selected office; relocation assistance is not provided.
• Interest in financial planning and the internal operations of a wealth management firm.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word); comfortable learning new systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Team‑orientated approach.
• Knowledge of financial industry, financial products, and financial planning concepts.

This position is a non‑exempt position. The base pay for this role is expected to be $20/hr. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant’s skill set. Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.

Focus Partners is an organization of wealth, asset, and business management resources that brings strength, innovation, and partnership to client relationships. Through a comprehensive range of services, Focus Partners supports clients at every stage of life, helping them manage their financial future. Focus Partners uses research‑backed investment strategies to create custom‑built portfolios and delivers personalized wealth planning solutions to clients in all 50 states. Focus Partners is part of Focus, a leading financial services firm comprised of wealth management, family office, and business management services. To learn more about Focus, visit focuspartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client‑first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

EEO Statement

Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.

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