Asset Management Intern - Enablement

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development workshops

Lunch & Learns with Leadership

Cross-Functional Project Presentation

Mentorship & networking

Job summary

Northern Trust offers a 10-week internship located in Chicago, IL, designed to develop early-career professionals in wealth management and asset servicing. You will work on meaningful projects, gain exposure to senior leaders, and participate in program events that build skills and networks within a global financial services firm.

As an intern, you will collaborate with your team on day-to-day tasks, with a recruiter guiding placement based on interests, skill set, and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with expected graduation between Dec 2027 and Summer 2028.
• GPA of at least 3.0; GPA 3.5+ preferred.
• Interest in financial markets, asset management products, data and investment reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research and competitive analysis of a chosen asset class or investment product.
• Research market trends and implications for NTAM product innovation.
• Support launch of new investment vehicles and assist with product documentation.
• Aid with digital transformation projects, such as building dashboards and automating workflows.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Finance curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

GPA 3.0+

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Please note: Each applicant has the opportunity to apply to a maximum of 3 job postings per recruitment season in North America. Please do not create multiple email addresses to apply to additional opportunities.

Posting Close Date: October 9, 2026, 11:59pm Central, unless the class is filled before that date. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible as programs will close once positions are filled.

Who You Are

• You are pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited college/university with an expected graduate date between December 2027 and Summer 2028
• You have a minimum GPA of 3.0; 3.5 or above preferred
• You have an interest in and are curious to learn more about financial markets and asset management products, business strategy, data and digital tools, and investment reporting & operations
• You have proven analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills through course work, projects, and/or previous internship experience
• You have demonstrated leadership and teamwork through projects and extracurricular involvement

What You’ll Do

As an intern at Northern Trust, you will have the opportunity to build relevant skills, work on meaningful projects, and participate in a collaborative program designed to support your early career development. You will work directly with your team on day-to-day tasks while joining internship program events to develop new skills, network with senior leaders, and connect with fellow interns in the program. Through hands‑on experience, meaningful project work, and exposure to a dynamic global business, you will begin to see how your interests can grow into a long‑term career at Northern Trust. A recruiter will work with you to determine the best team placement given your interests, skill set, and relevant experience.

The Program

• Ten weeks
• Located in Chicago, IL

What You’ll Gain

• Work on research and competitive analysis of a certain asset class or an investment product/strategy
• Research new market trends and what they mean for NTAM product innovation
• Help execute launch of new investment vehicles, such as ETFs or UCITS, and support existing product documentation
• Assist with digital transformation projects, such as implementing new technology capabilities, automating workflows, or building executive dashboards

Program Opportunities

• Professional development workshops
• Lunch & Learns with Leadership
• Intern Cross‑Functional Project Presentation
• Intern volunteer event
• Social events
• Ongoing learnings at enterprise‑wide level
• Mentorship and networking opportunities

Sample Career Paths

• Asset Management Analyst in a variety of areas including Product Strategy, Investment Operations & Performance, Business Strategy, Project Delivery, and more.

Salary Range

Salary is $30.00 USD per hour.

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well‑being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa).

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.