Asset Management Technology Intern – Data Enablement

00001 Ameriprise Financial Inc; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial has a global Technology team delivering technology solutions to support the evolving needs of our clients, advisors and employees. As a Technology Intern, you are assigned to a specific Technology team for the 10-week summer internship.

For the 2027 program, we seek one intern to join the Asset Management Technology Data Enablement team in our Columbia Threadneedle Investments group in our Boston office.

Qualifications

• Current Junior at a 4-year university pursing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Information Science, Information Technology Infrastructure, or related technical field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.
• Interest in gaining broad experience in Technology.
• Proven organization skills and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work and communicate collaboratively and constructively with others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Define business requirements.
• Develop, document, test, and modify new or existing code.
• Develop working knowledge of Ameriprise systems, processes, data, and vendor tools.
• Learn and apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to the software development life cycle.
• Learn new programming languages.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement or automation.
• Participate in Agile team ceremonies.

Job description

About Our Company

We're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.

Job Description

Please note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. Due to anticipated interest, the role may close earlier than the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application promptly. The advertised closing date is October 3, 2026. At Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, and RiverSource, we're committed to helping early-career talent grow through meaningful work and practical learning. Whether you're joining us as an Intern or Leadership Development Program participant, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues, contribute fresh perspectives, and gain exposure to the people, projects, and experiences that drive our business forward. Guided by our core values of putting clients first, acting with integrity, striving for excellence, and respecting individuals and our communities, you'll develop both professionally and personally. Through mentoring, networking, senior leader engagement, and community initiatives, you'll build valuable skills, expand your network, and discover what's possible across a global financial organization.

About the Role

Ameriprise Financial has a global Technology team delivering technology solutions to support the evolving needs of our clients, advisors and employees. As a Technology Intern, you are assigned to a specific Technology team for the 10-week summer internship. Technology internship teams and responsibilities vary each year. For the 2027 summer internship program, we are seeking one intern to join the Asset Management Technology Data Enablement team in our Columbia Threadneedle Investments team in our Boston office.

How you'll spend your time…

As a Technology intern, you will gain hands‑on experience to Ameriprise tools, applications, and technologies while contributing to solutions that support the team’s goals and priorities. During the summer, you’ll connect with other Technology interns and LDPs on a regular basis to foster community and build your professional network. At the end of your internship, you will present an overview of your internship and accomplishments to our Technology leadership team. As an intern, responsibilities vary depending on assigned team and may include:

• Define business requirements
• Develop, document, test, and modify new or existing code
• Develop working knowledge of Ameriprise systems, processes, data, and vendor tools
• Learn and apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to the software development life cycle
• Learn new programming languages
• Identify opportunities for process improvement or automation
• Participate in Agile team ceremonies

Required Qualifications

Current Junior at a 4-year university pursing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Information Science, Information Technology Infrastructure, or related technical field. Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028. Interested in gaining broad experience in Technology. Proven organization skills and ability to manage time effectively. Ability to work and communicate collaboratively and constructively with others. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

If you also had this, it would be great:

• High degree of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Displays a positive attitude, professionalism, and a willingness to learn in a corporate environment
• Prior classroom, project, or work experience with software development/programming/coding

Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN).

In-Office Collaboration

We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face‑to‑face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Base Pay Salary

The estimated hourly rate for this role is $35.00 per hour. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurance.

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Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.

Since 1894, Ameriprise Financial has helped people feel more confident about their financial future. Guided by strong values and a deep commitment to clients, we've remained a trusted leader in financial planning and advice for more than 130 years. Through our businesses, Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance & Annuities, we deliver advice, investment and protection solutions designed for long-term success. While each business brings distinct capabilities and expertise, all are united by our unwavering focus on clients and a strong financial foundation. For you, that means the opportunity to build a meaningful career in a high-performing, collaborative culture where your expertise can grow, your contributions are valued and your work can make a real impact. As a global financial services company with three complementary businesses, the breadth of our capabilities sets us apart. It also creates unique opportunities for employees to learn, collaborate and grow their careers: Ameriprise Financial: Financial planning, advice and wealth management. Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Global asset management serving individual, institutional and corporate clients. RiverSource Insurance & Annuities: Products and solutions designed to help clients protect and grow their wealth.

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