Financial Planning Internship Summer 2027

Hy-Vee; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Midwest Heritage, A Hy‑Vee Company, in West Des Moines, is offering a Financial Planning Internship. You will work with the Wealth Management team to support client cases, organize financial information, and learn the advisory process while building analytical, technology, and relationship skills.

The internship emphasizes hands-on experience with planning software, client service, and cross‑functional collaboration, with 30–40 hours/week for 10 weeks starting in May.

Qualifications

• Junior standing with finance/economics/business admin major.
• Relevant coursework required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow firm policies and procedures while developing professional standards.
• Enter and review client financial data in planning software and assist with case analysis.
• Help coordinate client tasks and follow‑up activities to support responsive service.
• Assist with account and data setup, helping maintain accurate information.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Reporting

Education

Junior standing

Finance/Economics/Business Admin major

GPA 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any): At Midwest Heritage, the core of our culture is taking care of the customer and taking care of each other. Our employees appreciate that their contributions make a direct impact on the success of our business as well as their own personal and professional growth.

Job Description

Job Title: Financial Planning Internship Department: Financial Services FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function: Discover how financial planning helps people make informed decisions about their future at Midwest Heritage, A Hy‑Vee Company, in West Des Moines.

As a Financial Planning Intern, you will work alongside the Wealth Management team to support client cases, organize financial information, and use planning software. Build a practical understanding of the advisory process while strengthening the analytical, technology, and relationship skills that support a career in financial services.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking Skills
• Customer Service
• Problem Solving Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Reporting

Relations: Accountable and Reports to: VP, Financial Planner Positions that Report to you: None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn and follow firm policies and procedures while developing an understanding of professional standards in wealth management.
• Enter and review client financial data in planning software and assist with case analysis under the guidance of the team.
• Help coordinate client tasks and follow‑up activities to support responsive service and keep planning work moving forward.
• Assist with account and data setup, helping maintain accurate information that supports effective financial planning.
• Contribute to projects in firm operations, business development, investment management, or financial planning based on team priorities during the internship.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics

• Commitment to the Midwest Heritage mission and willingness to promote the values of the organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, and learning new digital tools.
• Ability to communicate clearly, ask questions, and share ideas with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with people from different teams and backgrounds.
• Strong detail orientation including the ability to review forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to learn financial planning applications and connect accurate data with meaningful client service.
• Curiosity about financial planning, sound organizational skills, and a willingness to use feedback to improve your work.
• Ability to work 30‑40 hours per week, for a minimum of 10 weeks starting in May.

Education and Experience

• Junior standing minimum, majoring in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related major.
• Relevant coursework required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0

Physical Requirements

• This position is classified sedentary/light and requires the ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Visual requirements include ability to see detail at near range with or without correction.
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: sitting for long periods, talking (in person and by telephone), hearing and repetitive motions.

Working Conditions: The duties of this position are normally performed in a general office setting. This is a fast‑paced work environment. There is frequent pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects in a day.

Equipment Used to Perform Job: Computer with Microsoft Office and job‑related applications, telephone, calculator, copier, scanner, fax, and printer.

Contacts: This position works with Midwest Heritage employees, bank customers, Hy‑Vee employees, vendors and outside agents doing direct business with Midwest Heritage.

Confidentiality: This position is responsible for protecting the privacy and confidentiality of customer, employee, banking, insurance, and financial information at all times.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

When you become an employee of Midwest Heritage, you enjoy the friendliness and direct customer care of a community bank while also enjoying the many benefits of a larger organization, Hy‑Vee. Hy‑Vee is one of the largest employee‑owned companies in the United States.

Please note that all applicants, if presented with a conditional offer of employment, will be required to complete pre‑employment screening that consists of credit and criminal. Results of these screenings will determine the confirmation of any employment offer.