Durham, NC · On-site
Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for sales * Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete ... If offered to apply for approval of an intern contract to become a Northwestern Mutual College ...
New
Durham, NC · On-site
Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for sales * Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete ... If offered to apply for approval of an intern contract to become a Northwestern Mutual College ...
New
$8.88 - $10.41
2% of jobs
$10.41 - $11.94
8% of jobs
$11.94 - $13.47
11% of jobs
$13.79 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.47 - $15
19% of jobs
The median wage is $16.12 / hr.
$15 - $16.53
14% of jobs
$16.53 - $18.06
11% of jobs
$19.36 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.06 - $19.59
13% of jobs
$19.59 - $21.12
6% of jobs
$21.12 - $22.64
8% of jobs
$22.64 - $24.17
5% of jobs
$24.17 - $25.70
3% of jobs
$8
$17
$25
| Aspect | Sales Representative Intern | Sales Associate |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | High school diploma or ongoing college education; some sales knowledge | High school diploma or equivalent; basic sales/customer service skills |
| Work Environment | Internship setting, often in training or development programs | Retail stores, showrooms, or direct sales environments |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in companies offering internships for sales experience | Common in retail, wholesale, and service industries |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding entry-level sales roles for internships | Looking for sales jobs in retail or direct sales |
Sales Representative Interns typically focus on gaining sales experience through training programs and may have less responsibility. Sales Associates are usually involved in direct customer interactions and sales in retail or service settings. Both roles require basic sales skills, but the intern position is more educational, while the associate role is more operational.
Durham, NC • On-site
Other
Medical, Life
Posted 3 days ago
New
8.0
Based on 73 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
163rd of 304 rated insurance
Overview
College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual are provided guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Our college financial representatives, who come from varying academic backgrounds and experiences, begin to build a financial planning practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the support of a Fortune 500 company. You will have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and help people achieve financial freedom. Here, hard work pays off!
Responsibilities
Our internship program mimics our full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to:
As a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, you can expect a flexible schedule to work around your life and your classes. With the option to participate in our internship program year-round, you can continue to grow your practice and obtain support for registrations and certifications such as the Series 6 & 63 or CFP ® . Get inspired at local and national recognition events, earn access to leadership programs, and collaborate with experts in our business. In fact, you’ll find diverse resources across our culture to ensure that you experience personal and professional growth in this program. With interest, eligible students have an opportunity to interview for a full-time Financial Representative or Advisor role upon graduation.
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Compensation & Benefits
About Us
For over 165 years, we have helped our clients spend their lives living through comprehensive and innovative financial planning. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to give our clients the ability to successfully navigate their financial lives.
Our tailored approach includes multiple financial strategies-insurance, investments, and annuities-built to reinforce each other, keeping our clients consistently on track to meet goal after goal. We lead with unmatched financial strength and access to the best products and services for our clients.
Our Financial Representatives and College Financial Representatives are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors 1 for income tax purposes, and a "statutory employee" for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.
As a company, we value an inclusive and belonging workplace where everyone’s unique viewpoints bring new successes. We strive to create teams that reflect our customers and communities, fostering an environment where all employees are welcomed, valued, and heard.
Why join Northwestern Mutual
1 Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of an intern contract to become a Northwestern Mutual College Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information which would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval to contract will be withdrawn.
2 As of June 30, 2023
3 Combined client assets of NMIS and NMWMC as of June 30, 2023
4 Among U.S. life insurers. Ratings are for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company, as of the most recent review and report by each rating agency. Ratings as of: 06/23 (Moody’s Investors Service), 08/23 (A.M. Best Company), 08/23 (Fitch Ratings), 05/23 (S&P Global Ratings)
Salary Range
USD $500.00 - USD $1,000.00 /Yr.
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Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for over 160 years through a distinctive planning approach that integrates risk management with wealth accumulation, preservation, and distribution. With more than $290 billion in assets, $30 billion in revenues and more than $1.9 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than 4.6 million clients. People are the power behind Northwestern Mutual, and diversity makes us better. We are committed to reflecting and serving the marketplace. We do so by attracting and improving the engagement of those who bring their outstanding perspectives, ideas, and beliefs.
Finance and insurance
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Milwaukee, WI, US
