Columbia Threadneedle Sales, Marketing, and Distribution Technology Leadership Development Program Associate

00001 Ameriprise Financial Inc; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial Inc. in Boston offers an 18‑month Technology Leadership Development Program for university seniors in CS/CE/CIS/IT.

You will rotate across CRM, Marketing Tech, and Distribution Analytics, learning to apply data, software, and CRM skills in a global asset-management setting. As a Technology LDP participant, you’ll contribute to three rotations, collaborate with diverse teams, and potentially advance to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Current senior at a 4-year university pursuing a related tech degree.
• Graduation date December 2026 or May/June 2027.
• Commitment to the full 18-month Leadership Development Program.
• High integrity and ethics, with self-motivation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Professional attitude and willingness to learn in a corporate setting.
• Prior work experience in software development or coding.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Develop, document, test, and modify software applications.
• Maintain knowledge of Ameriprise systems, data, and tools.
• Collaborate with technology teams and business partners.
• Contribute to LDP committees and leadership experiences.

Skills

Student in CS/CE/ CIS/IT field

18-month program commitment

Integrity

Communication skills

Professionalism

Software development experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / CIS / IT Infrastructure

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

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.

The 18‑month Technology LDP program offers a structured technical concentration or a pathway to upskill in a specific technology team. This LDP Pathway is for our Boston‑based Columbia Threadneedle Asset Management Sales, Marketing, and Distribution Technology Pathway. As a Technology LDP, you’ll support three key areas of the Distribution team for a 6‑month rotation each.

• The Client Relationship Management (CRM) team delivers Salesforce capabilities that enable our Sales and Client Relations teams across North America, EMEA, and APAC. As part of the team, you’ll learn how CRM drives productivity for wholesalers, key account teams, and channel partners while optimizing CRM workflows.
• The Marketing Technology team powers our digital client experience by supporting websites, marketing automation, personalization, and content delivery for marketing teams worldwide. This rotation blends marketing technology with a practical understanding of the asset‑management buyer and influencer ecosystem.
• The Distribution Analytics team manages the data and analytical platforms that drive insights for the Distribution and Marketing teams. You’ll use business intelligence tools, data lakes, and service layers to leverage technical skills while understanding how teams use data to drive strategy and advisor relationships.

Together, these rotations provide hands‑on experience with CRM operations, digital marketing technology, and data‑driven decision‑making in a modern asset‑management distribution environment. After exploring the breadth of the business unit through each rotation, LDPs may have the opportunity to post to a permanent position within Ameriprise Financial. The Technology LDP contributes to the success of the firm by delivering technology solutions to support the evolving needs of our clients, advisors, and employees. Our Technology organization is committed to strengthening and securing our systems, delivering unparalleled customer experiences, uncovering efficiencies, and growing and succeeding as a team. As part of the Technology Leadership Development Program, you will cultivate leadership skills by co‑collaborating and leading different Committees (Employee Engagement, Professional Development, Volunteer Committee and more).

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements
• Develop, document, test, and modify new and existing code
• Develop, document, test, modify, troubleshoot and maintain new and existing software applications
• Develop working knowledge of Ameriprise systems, processes, data, and vendor tools
• Learn and apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to the development life cycle
• Write and maintain development/programming/systems documentation, as well as operations and user guides, as required
• Make recommendations for improvements
• Continuously improve analysis skills and best practices from prior projects, training and peer learning
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with technology teams, business partners and LDP peers
• Participation in Technology LDP Committees

Required Qualifications

• Current Senior at a 4‑year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Science, Information Technology Infrastructure, or related field
• Graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027
• Commitment to complete the full 18‑month Leadership Development Program
• 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 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.

Job Family

Group Human Capital Line of Business TECH Technology

Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $85,000 to $95,000. 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 insurances.

Full‑Time/Part‑Time

Full time Exempt/Non‑Exempt Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Overview

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.