Wealth Management - Summer Investment Intern
- Intern
Company Description
You and Northwestern Mutual. We believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. And we’re much stronger together than we are apart. These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they’re just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual.
Our business is about helping people secure their financial futures, and that starts with putting people first – our clients, our employees and our field representatives. Northwestern Mutual is known for financial strength. We’re strong, innovative and growing. Come grow with us.
Job Description
At Northwestern Mutual, we believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they're just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual.
We're strong and growing. In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We're strong, innovative and growing.
We invest in our people. We provide opportunities for employees to grow themselves, their career and in turn, our business.
We care. We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefitted from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they're passionate about.
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What's the role?
Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company – Investment Intern
Internship Program Overview: Students participate in summer intern program within the firm’s Wealth Management Company. Program objectives provide the student with hands-on experience through teamwork and collaboration, as well as individual work assignments. Interns participate in a wide range of learning and development activities including job shadows, attending various speaking engagements and events designed to expose interns to multiple areas of the firm. Interns also have an opportunity to network with senior leaders across the firm, attend various social and work-sponsored events and are also encouraged to engage in team volunteer opportunities within the community.
Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company
The Wealth Management Company (WMC) is responsible for crafting, maintaining, and implementing the Investment Philosophy on behalf of its clients. It is grounded in a long-term strategic asset allocation approach to investing while providing diversification by combining multiple asset classes, investment styles and managers to help minimize risk. The Investment Philosophy offers a common foundation and understanding between WMC, field representatives, and the clients that can be a grounding force in the most challenging of market conditions.
Who We Are: NMWMC is Northwestern Mutual’s retail investment subsidiary, with more than $43 billion under management in our Signature, Trust and Private Client Services products.
Role and Responsibilities:
The Wealth Management Company summer intern will assist in performing due diligence and research for the NMWMC products. This includes researching and creating reports for mutual funds, exchange traded funds, and stocks. They will also participate in team meetings and calls with outside fund managers and research companies. In addition, this position would assist, as needed, in gathering and compiling data for ad hoc research projects and presentations.
Bring Your Best! What this role needs:
Qualifications:
- Sophomore/Junior standing in a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration majoring in Finance, Investments or similar concentration such as Economics
- Passion for the art and science of investing
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Extremely proficient in Excel
- The ideal candidate would be interested in a career in researching and/or managing investments
Desirable Qualifications:
- Demonstrate proficiency and interest in financial statement analysis
- Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
- Experience with Bloomberg and Morningstar
Req ID: 7905
Position Type: Internship
Education Experience: Other
Employment Experience: 0-2 years
Licenses/Certifications: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Posting Date: 09/13/2016