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College Financial Representative, Internship Program at West Hartford & New Haven, CT

College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual West Hartford and New Haven, CT 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, have the unique opportunity to build a financial planning practice while engaging local and nationwide experts, selling exclusive financial products, and having 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

Our internship program mimics our Full-time Financial Representative career, allowing you to:

• Learn how to prospect and network to build your business and client base

• Develop and execute on a business strategy

• Call on potential clients and set meetings to understand their financial goals

• Prepare plans and offer useful recommendations

• Gain exposure to proprietary planning software platforms

• Engage in weekly coaching, training, and development meetings

• Get licensed with your Life, Accident, and Health insurance license

• Build life skills that create future career opportunities

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 or 7 & 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.

Are you a fit for this internship?

• Full-time student; juniors and seniors preferred

• Entrepreneurial ambitions and curiosity for sales

• Highly involved on campus (leader, athlete, campus orgs, student government, etc.)

• Excellent time-management skills

• Interest in financial literacy and planning

tools

• Business savvy and desire to increase critical thinking abilities

About Us

For over 169 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 contractors1 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:

• Fortune500® company

• Forbes' Best Employers for New Grads (2025)

• Top 100 Internship Programs, Yello x WayUp (2025)

• Northwestern Mutual is proud to share that we expect a record-setting dividend payout of $9.2 billion in 2026.

• 5.1+ million clients and growing

• Unsurpassed financial strength with total company assets of $366 billion

Compensation & Benefits:

• Performance-based earnings and revenue

• Learning and Development Incentives (up to $1000/month, not inclusive of earned commissions)

• Productivity Bonuses

• Support for insurance licensing (life, health, DI, LTC)

• Support for SIE, Series 6 or Series 7, Series 63 registrations (eligibility required)

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 December 31, 20233 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: 08/24 (Aaa, Moody’s Investors Service), 08/23 (A++, A.M. Best Company), 07/24 (AAA, Fitch Ratings), 04/24 (AA+, S&P Global Ratings). Ratings are subject to change. Total company assets as of June 30, 2024.

We’re offering a part-time opportunity for individuals who want to earn extra cash without disrupting their main job or studies. This role gives you the freedom to work from home at your own pace, learning simple ways to generate additional income.

No sales or special qualifications are required — only basic computer skills and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with provided training materials and follow clear steps

• Apply proven techniques to create small but consistent earnings

• Track your results and adapt based on your time and effort

• Communicate progress and feedback when requested

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Basic internet literacy and access to a device

• Attention to detail and willingness to learn

• Self-discipline to manage flexible, independent work

Benefits:

• Work from anywhere

• No quotas or deadlines

• Ideal for students, parents, or part-time workers

• Opportunity to scale income with experience

Sales Engineer 

We're seeking a Sales Engineer to support the growth of our TruPunch / TruMatic product line across the USMCA region. In this role, you'll analyze market trends, optimize sales processes, and work closely with sales teams to drive strategic growth and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Support machine sales with Regional Managers and Sales Reps; maintain sales pipeline and coordinate with production.

Maintain quote and pricing data within SharePoint and E2Q.

Evaluate customer applications and provide technical consultation on punching and manufacturing processes.

Improve sales processes (demos, after-sales support, etc.) to ensure efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Track market trends and competitor activity; recommend pricing and strategy.

Create and present technical product content (PowerPoints, demos, events).

Provide pre-sales shop layout drawings and support customer projects and tenders.

Represent the brand at trade shows and industry events.Requirements

2+ years in technical sales, applications, or a related customer-facing role.

Experience with CNC machine tools; sheet metal background a plus.

Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.

German language skills are a plus.Education & Skills

Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering) preferred; relevant experience considered.

Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.