Wealth Management Intern

Cerity Partners Management LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cerity Partners is seeking a summer internship for students to gain real world experience with a collaborative team that values people and accountability. This paid internship runs 30-40 hours per week and offers hands-on exposure to wealth management.

You will shadow financial advisors, use CRM and planning software, aim for e-Money Certification, participate in data gathering and plan development, and support discretionary portfolios.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student enrolled at an accredited university.
• Major in Financial Planning, Finance, Accounting, or related business degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and basic CRM usage.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and participate in client presentations.
• Utilize CRM and financial planning software.
• Assist Financial Advisors with documents and reports.
• Support the full financial planning process from discovery to reviews.
• Participate in portfolio design and maintenance.
• Learn basic income tax planning strategies.
• Conduct independent research and build financial models.
• Collaborate with team virtually on projects.

Skills

Leadership role

Campus involvement

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Undergraduate student

Finance/Accounting major

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Financial planning software

Job description

Are you a college student looking for a summer internship that will provide real world experience? Do you want to work with a collaborative team that believes in putting people first and holding each other accountable? Would you like to be part of a team who works to empower, assist, guide, motivate and support others? If yes, we believe you could be an outstanding fit for our summer internship experience. Cerity Partners is searching for talented, bright, and motivated individuals with the highest level of personal integrity to join our Wealth Management team for the summer of 2027. This is a paid internship program (30-40 hours/week) and a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in a professional environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Shadow and participate in various types of client presentations
• Utilize CRM and financial planning software systems
• Opportunity to obtain e-Money Certification
• Shadow and assist Financial Advisors with preparation of financial documents and performance reports
• Help support the full financial planning process: discovery, data gathering, plan development, presentation, implementation, and ongoing reviews
• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of discretionary investment portfolios
• Learn and implement basic and advanced income tax planning strategies
• Conduct independent research and build spreadsheets for financial planning opportunities
• Work with a team virtually to create a financial planning project or other projects
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Be enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university with a minimum 3.2 GPA
• Majoring in Financial Planning, Finance, Accounting, or related business degree
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Actively participating in campus organizations, preferably within a leadership role, and/or professional work experience
• Identify with Cerity Partners mission and demonstrate our core values

As part of our internship program, you will gain:

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and decision-makers.
• The opportunity to work at one of the fastest-growing RIAs in America.
• Hands-on training to build and strengthen wealth management and financial planning skills.
• Experience within a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and excellence.

Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Ultimately, outstanding wealth management is about people and relationships. Our people are the nucleus of Cerity Partners. Each colleague brings unique expertise, commitment and knowledge to the firm and it is by working together that we achieve our mission to have a positive impact on the financial well‑being of our clients, colleagues and communities. Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. We truly care about what we do.

Cerity Partners is one of the nation's leading independent financial advisory firms. We serve high-net-worth individuals & their families, businesses, & their employees, and nonprofit organizations from our offices across the country. Our in-house specialists of tax advisors, financial planners, investment professionals, & retirement plan consultants are passionate about and committed to providing financial advice & oversight. At Cerity Partners, we believe in the long view. We work with clients who appreciate our comprehensive and sustained approach to wealth management. We don't just look for short-term gains, we seek long-term growth. We have the same approach to our people. We look for experienced and credentialed wealth management colleagues who can keep pace with us. We manage over $190 billion in assets under management for our clients. We are routinely recognized as a Top RIA Firm by Barron's Advisor, Newsweek, USA Today, and more. The driving factor of our accelerated growth is our people. Located throughout the U.S., our teams consist of specialists who are helpful, knowledgeable, sincere, and have the perseverance and capability to go the extra mile for our clients. We consider our firm a community that works together to serve one common goal: Finding diverse solutions to suit diverse financial needs.