Finance Internship

00001 Ameriprise Financial Inc

Minneapolis (MN)

Hybrid

USD 33,000 - 47,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Ameriprise Financial invites an internship candidate to explore Corporate Finance areas including tax, controllership, procurement, and risk services. The program offers hands-on exposure to real projects, mentoring, and opportunities to develop essential finance skills within a global firm.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teams, learning through varied projects, and contributing to financial decision-making while gaining insight into how corporate finance supports a leading financial

Qualifications

Current junior at a 4-year university pursuing a finance/accounting/economics/math degree.

Responsibilities

Complete federal and state tax returns for various legal entities.
Gain knowledge about the general ledger, tax accounting and internal controls.
Learn the steps to reach the bottom line and the relationships between separate line items.
Build decision-support analytics for business partners.
Build cost-benefit analyses, budgeting, and forecasting.

Skills

Self-motivation

Integrity

Time management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or related field

Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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 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

The Corporate Finance internship program offers exposure to a broad range of business initiatives, along with the chance to gain experience in one of the following areas:

Corporate Tax

Controllership

Procurement

Risk & Control Services

Risk Management

Finance

How you'll spend your time

Responsibilities vary depending on assigned projects(s) and may include:

Complete federal and state tax returns for various legal entities

Gain knowledge about the general ledger, tax accounting, internal controls and how we report data

Learn the steps to reach the bottom line and the relationships between separate line items

Build decision support‑based analytics for business partners

Build cost‑benefit analysis, budgeting, and forecasting

Provide the financial metrics for project management

Balance sheet management, due diligence, and process re‑engineering

Examples of past intern projects include:

Assisted with building and maintaining financial models to drive strategic initiatives

Monitored trends surrounding utilization of real estate concepts to determine future state

Completed cost‑benefit analysis for departments within the organization

Refined Microsoft Office, especially excel, skills with real world projects

Required Qualifications

Current Junior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or related field Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028

If you also had this, it would be great:

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

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 pay for this role is $28.50/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.

Employment Details

Full‑Time/Part‑Time Full time Exempt/Non‑Exempt Non‑Exempt Job Family Group Human Capital Line of Business FIN Finance

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

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.

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