Financial Services Assistant Internships
Financial services assistant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside financial services assistant practitioners, mentorship from working financial services advisors and analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Healthcare & Medical Services, with KeyBank, Ankura, and PHI Air Medical among the employers posting roles now.
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We are seeking Field interns in various locations around the country. This internship will provide the opportunity to shadow seasoned financial advisors, participate in a robust training program with other interns, and support Thrivent’s involvement through community events and generosity activities. This position helps prepare you for a financial advisor opportunity through case analysis, exposure to industry-specific programs, critical-thinking exercises, career-development best practices, marketing tactics and real-world training.
Participate in a robust orientation and training program.
Shadow financial advisors during client meetings, workshops, community events and daily work.
Learn to prepare financial plans and analyses.
Gain exposure to MoneyGuidePro, Morningstar and other financial planning software platforms.
Participate in team meetings that include weekly activity updates, new trends and concepts.
Observe regional seminars and workshops.
Attend virtual seminars with corporate employees to better understand the industry and the profession.
Work with the Engagement Team to develop a strategy to integrate Thrivent’s generosity programs.
Collaborate with other interns to research and present a project, based on best practices in building a financial services business.
Position Qualifications:
College junior or senior working toward a degree in business, finance, marketing or related field.
Strong technical computer aptitude and knowledge of business tools (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PPT).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; oral and written communication skills.
Course Credit:
Thrivent internships are available for course credit, but must be coordinated with your school administration.
Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
We are seeking Field interns in various locations around the country. This internship will provide the opportunity to shadow seasoned financial advisors, participate in a robust training program with other interns, and support Thrivent’s involvement through community events and generosity activities. This position helps prepare you for a financial advisor opportunity through case analysis, exposure to industry-specific programs, critical-thinking exercises, career-development best practices, marketing tactics and real-world training.
Participate in a robust orientation and training program.
Shadow financial advisors during client meetings, workshops, community events and daily work.
Learn to prepare financial plans and analyses.
Gain exposure to MoneyGuidePro, Morningstar and other financial planning software platforms.
Participate in team meetings that include weekly activity updates, new trends and concepts.
Observe regional seminars and workshops.
Attend virtual seminars with corporate employees to better understand the industry and the profession.
Work with the Engagement Team to develop a strategy to integrate Thrivent’s generosity programs.
Collaborate with other interns to research and present a project, based on best practices in building a financial services business.
Position Qualifications:
College junior or senior working toward a degree in business, finance, marketing or related field.
Strong technical computer aptitude and knowledge of business tools (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PPT).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; oral and written communication skills.
Course Credit:
Thrivent internships are available for course credit, but must be coordinated with your school administration.
Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
Financial Services Assistant Internship Market
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Tips for Your Financial Services Assistant Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large financial services employers open summer intern applications the fall before the program starts, often in September or October. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check for openings consistently throughout the year rather than waiting for a single hiring season.
Build documented proof before you apply
Hiring teams for financial services assistant interns expect limited work history and look for projects instead. Put together two or three finished pieces, such as an investment analysis, a financial model, or a client scenario write-up, with the tools and data sources named, so recruiters have something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured intern programs tied directly to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which financial services firms recruit from your school before postings go public. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you can reach.
Practice the financial services assistant interview format out loud
Financial services assistant intern screens often include a case conversation or analytical scenario where interviewers weigh how you reason through a problem as much as the final answer. Practice walking through your logic out loud, explaining each step, so the structure of your thinking comes across clearly under pressure.
Target structured rotational programs early
Larger financial services employers run cohort and rotational intern programs built specifically to train candidates new to the field. These programs recruit heavily on campus in the fall, fill their spots fast, and give you exposure across multiple business units in one summer. Identify the ones that fit your target area and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 22% of the financial services assistant internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you begin, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Financial Services Assistant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a financial services assistant internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For financial services assistant candidates, the concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a documented case study, an investment analysis, or a client scenario write-up showing your process. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a financial services assistant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For financial services assistant interns, what drives it is consistent performance on real client-facing or analytical work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the return-offer timeline at your specific employer. Position for one by delivering well and building relationships, without counting on it as a certainty.
When should I apply for financial services assistant internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial services employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning applications open in September or October for programs that start the following June. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worth the habit.
Are financial services assistant internships paid?
Most professional financial services assistant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, and some employers disclose pay ranges directly in their listings. Where an employer has shared compensation details, you'll see it on the posting.
What should a financial services assistant internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Aim for two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools you used and the output you produced, such as a financial model, a market research analysis, or a client portfolio case study with supporting data. Add relevant coursework in finance, economics, or accounting, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote financial services assistant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 78% of the financial services assistant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from anywhere, so apply early and filter by work type to see those openings before they close.
What is a rotational financial services internship program?
Rotational internship programs at larger financial services firms place interns across two or three business units during a single summer, exposing them to wealth management, operations, and corporate finance in one structured experience. These programs are designed for people new to the field, recruit heavily from campus in the fall, and are competitive, so applying in the first recruiting wave matters.
Can international students get financial services assistant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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