College Financial Rep Internship: Build Your Practice

Northwestern Mutual; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 600 - 1,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based earnings

Licensing support

Development incentives

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual’s College Financial Representative internship provides guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice while you study. You’ll work with local and nationwide experts, exclusive products, and Fortune 500 backing to grow your confidence, network, and client base.

The program mirrors full-time opportunities, including licensing support (Life, Accident & Health, SIE, Series 6/63) and access to coaching, events, and leadership

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial mindset and curiosity for sales.
• Strong time-management and prioritization on campus.
• Active involvement in campus organizations and leadership roles.
• Interest in financial literacy and planning tools.
• Strong communication across networks and clients.

Responsibilities

• Learn prospecting and networking to build your client base.
• Develop and execute a business strategy.
• Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand financial goals.
• Prepare plans and offer useful recommendations.
• Gain exposure to planning software platforms.
• Participate in weekly coaching and development meetings.
• Assist with licensing processes (Life, Health, DI, LTC).
• Build foundational skills to grow a future financial practice.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Time management

Campus involvement

Sales interest

Strong communication

Education

College student

Job description

Northwestern Mutual’s College Financial Representative internship provides guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice while you study. You’ll work with local and nationwide experts, exclusive products, and Fortune 500 backing to grow your confidence, network, and client base.

The program mirrors full-time opportunities, including licensing support (Life, Accident & Health, SIE, Series 6/63) and access to coaching, events, and leadership