About the role#
Empower is hiring a Financial Sales Intern for a 10-week summer program in Hartford, Connecticut. This is a full-time, on-site role running from June 2, 2027, to August 6, 2027. You will work alongside sales professionals to gain insight into consultative sales, the sales cycle, and investment products. The internship includes mentorship, project work, and exposure to senior leadership.
What you'll do#
- Support the Core Sales and Support team with business initiatives and hands-on projects.
- Create prospecting lists and advisor additions in Salesforce.
- Analyze sales data to improve pipelines and streamline internal processes.
- Identify process enhancements using data and AI tools.
- Complete a defined individual project and contribute to team initiatives.
- Present your project work to business leaders at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Ability to work on-site in Hartford, CT for the full 10-week duration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication skills, critical thinking, and a proactive approach to learning.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
- Preferred: At least 2 years of academic progress toward a bachelor’s degree.
- Preferred: Graduation date by mid-2028 with interest in a career in wholesaling.
- Preferred: Experience as a results-driven competitor.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Finance, or Economics.
Location & details#
- Location: Hartford, CT (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 2 to August 6).
- Compensation: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour, based on academic level.
About Empower
Empower provides wealth management, retirement, and investment services to individuals and organizations. The company operates as the second-largest recordkeeper in the United States. It was founded in 2014 and maintains its headquarters in Greenwood Village, Colorado. The firm employs over 10,001 people.
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