Communications Intern at Ameriprise Financial

University of Delaware; United States; Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial is offering an internship in Corporate Communications to help craft communications for employees and financial advisors. You will research trends, draft articles and memos, and support senior leaders with media outreach and strategy development.

The role emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and delivering clear messages across multiple channels while gaining exposure to executive leadership and potential full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Junior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of AI productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) and their application to improve efficiency and support communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Writing, editing and proofing communications targeted to financial advisors and employees (news articles, memos, etc.).
• Conducting research and interviews on current trends.
• Reviewing and editing communications for clarity and impact.
• Assisting in developing communications strategies with the team.
• Assisting with media outreach and preparing spokespeople for media opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AI productivity tools (Microsoft Copilot)

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 values of excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and our communities, participants will have opportunities to connect with Executive Leadership through our ELT Speaker Series, gaining insights from senior leaders across the business, while also making a positive impact through our annual volunteering day.

Our program is guided by values of being client focused, acting with integrity always, striving for excellence in all we do, and showing respect for individuals and our communities. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with senior leaders through our Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Speaker Series, gaining valuable business insights and career perspectives, while also giving back through our annual volunteering day, supporting the communities in which we live and work.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network, and explore what's possible across a global financial services organization.

About the Role:

Corporate Communications is responsible for internal communications to our more than 20,000 employees and financial advisors – as well as public relations, shareholder communications and corporate meetings and conferences. The team consults with business partners across and outside the company to ensure strategic and effective messages are delivered to our internal and external audiences through company intranets, public-facing websites, presentations, speeches, videos and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing, editing and proofing communications targeted to financial advisors and employees (news articles, memos, etc.) as well as content for the Ameriprise newsroom including feature stories, commentary, and story ideas
• Conducting research and interviews (phone, online, etc.) on current trends
• Reviewing and editing communications
• Being proactive in helping communications team develop strategies
• Assist in prepping Ameriprise spokespeople including senior leaders and financial advisors
• Developing targeted media pitches for consumer and trade publications
• Participating in regularly scheduled calls with public relations agencies
• Assisting with media outreach in local markets

Required Qualifications:

• Current Junior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028

Preferred Qualifications:

• High degree of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics
• Proven organization skills and ability to manage time effectively
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work and communicate collaboratively and constructively with others
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of AI productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) and their application to improve efficiency and support communications initiatives

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).

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

The estimated base salary for this role is $27/hourly. 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.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Job Family Group

Human Capital

Line of Business

CACOM CorpComm & CommunityRelations

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.