Financial Planning Internship Program

Northwestern Mutual - Chicagoland; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Real-world experience

Training opportunities

Weekly coaching

Access to leadership programs

Job summary

The Northwestern Mutual - Chicagoland is offering a College Financial Planning internship that allows students to gain hands-on experience in building a financial planning practice. Interns will receive mentorship from experienced professionals while learning how financial strategies and solutions are presented to clients.

This opportunity not only fosters personal and professional growth but also paves the way for potential full-time roles, such as Financial Representative or Advisor upon graduation. Candidates should be highly ambitious and engaged in their campus communities.

Qualifications

• Current full-time student status required (no sponsorship provided).
• Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, etc.).
• Desire to strengthen critical thinking abilities.
• Interest in financial services: financially motivated.

Responsibilities

• Engage with experts and learn financial strategies.
• Participate in networking and business strategy.
• Receive training in proprietary planning software.
• Access leadership programs and recognition events.

Skills

Excellent time-management skills

Strong communication skills

Ambitious

Business savvy

Curiosity for business development

Education

Full-time student (juniors, seniors, or final year of a Master’s program)

Job description

Benefits

• Retirement
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About the Internship

The Northwestern Mutual College Financial Planning internship offers hands‑on experience in building a financial planning practice with the support of a Fortune 500 company. Interns gain guidance, connections, and tools to develop their skills while engaging with experts and learning how financial strategies and solutions are introduced to clients.

This program prepares interns for future opportunities, including a full‑time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation, while fostering personal and professional growth.

Learn more about our internship: https://youtu.be/zYwzixA9SdM

Key Benefits

• Flexible schedules to balance with classes.
• Real‑world experience in prospecting, networking, and business strategy.
• Training in proprietary planning software and licensing (Life, Accident, Health insurance).
• Opportunities for certifications (Series 6 & 63, CFP®).
• Weekly coaching and professional development.
• Access to leadership programs and recognition events.

Are You a Fit for This Internship?

• Full‑time student (juniors, seniors, or final year of a Master’s program preferred)
• Current full‑time student status required (no sponsorship provided)
• Ambitious, with a curiosity for business development
• Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus organizations, student government, etc.)
• Excellent time‑management skills
• Business savvy with a desire to strengthen critical thinking abilities
• Professional: coachable, responds well to accountability, strong communication skills, and articulate
• Interest in financial services: financially motivated, strong work ethic, and a desire to make an impact
• Motivated, competitive, and willing to overcome obstacles and adversity

Compensation & Benefits

• Strong Earnings Potential
• Learning and Development Financial Incentives
• Productivity Bonuses
• Exposure to the financial services industry, including optional licensing education for students who qualify and are interested. Licensing is not required to begin the internship.