Great company with a fantastic atmosphere. Everyone in the company wants you to succeed and will provide all resources to make this an amazing opportunity. The work was sometimes hard, but you learn SO much for your professional and personal life!
What I wish was different
Often candidates are turned away because they are not interested in the commission pay, but you get paid what you work for. There is no limit to what you can do while you're there.
Advice
Work hard, take the material and advice they give you everyday, and make every moment worth it.
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College Financial Representative
May 2018 • Stamford, CT
What I liked
Gaining hands on- real life work experience with a group of highly motivated professionals.
What I wish was different
More pay.
Advice
Be open to learn.
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Financial Representative Intern
May 2018 • Boca Raton, FL
What I liked
As an intern with Northwestern, incoming representatives receive the same licenses as first-year full-time reps just starting out. Interns are encouraged to split their cases with senior advisors within the office network, which allowed for an excellent hands on learning experience in this business.
What I wish was different
While I understand the same situation would arise with any other firm, the only thing I wish was different was finding new leads.
Advice
This is a merit-based role. What you put into it you will get out of it.
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Financial Representative
May - June 2018 • Provo, UT
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Passion is a product of progress. Work hard so you see results in whatever your doing and it will be easier to have a good attitude.
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Financial Representative
May 2018 • New Haven, CT
What I liked
The staff was very welcoming and they practice what they preach on terms of productivity. The offices were very cohesive with an overwhelming support for growth of the interns.
What I wish was different
Closer commute to home.
Advice
Commission-based salaries provide incentive to work hard. Asking questions helped me understand the business and professional lifestyle of an advisor.
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Recruitment Coordinator
June 2018 • Walnut Creek, CA
What I liked
I loved everything about the office and the people in it. Great environment full of supportive people who want you to succeed and grow. I loved learning new skills.
What I wish was different
Nothing. I wish I worked more hours.
Advice
Always choose the people/office and not the job. Being in a great environment while maybe not having the exact job you want is better than having your dream job and everyday of work because you hate everyone around you.
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College Financial Representative
May 2018 • Sioux City, IA
What I liked
It was a very unique opportunity. It allowed me to see the sales side of insurance and exposed me to some real life situational business. It forced me out of my comfort zone, it was a great learning experience for me.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have done a little better. The objective was to sell as many policies as possible as it was mostly commission based, so obviously a little more money would have been the cherry on top.
Advice
Don't be afraid to step into a roll like this even if you know it's going to be uncomfortable and not necessarily enjoyable all the time. It may not be what you want to do, but real life experience trumps anything you can learn from reading a book or turning in homework assignments.
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Development Tool Engineer Intern
May - August 2018 • Milwaukee, WI
What I liked
There were many awesome events held for interns. Coworkers in the company were nice and helpful and HRs were responsible. Also, there was free lunch everyday with many options and nice working area with Starbucks in the building! I had a lot of fun with HRs, coworkers and all other interns.
What I wish was different
It would be better if interns can be provided internship plan layout about tasks, goals and expectations for the whole internship at beginning. I got random tasks during the internship, but some interns got well planned tasks for the summer. Anyway, I still learned a lot when the internship ended.
Advice
Get out of your comfort zone and get to know as many people as you can, you will have an amazing summer!
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financial planner
May 2018 • Lincoln, NE
What I liked
The culture, scheduling and people are always willing to help out. I learned a lot about myself and how to manage my time efficiently and how to work an internship during school.
What I wish was different
More consistent pay and better technology within the company
Advice
Don't give up. A lot of people wil tell you what you are doing isn't going to work out. Be the judge for yourself and give it some time, then decide if its worth it!
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Financial Representative Intern
January - September 2018 • Coralville, IA
What I liked
Great company, awesome people, very helpful experience.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have been in a different position with the company.
Advice
Be prepared to do daily disciplines and work hard in this internship.
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Personal Financial Advisor
January 2017 • Mendota Heights, MN
What I liked
Make your own schedule. Get to spend time with people. Not just getting coffee actually running your own financial planning practice. Get paid depending on what you do. The people are amazing
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Have to be willing to work very hard
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Financial Sales Intern
June - September 2018 • Canton, OH
What I liked
Culture, Experience, Sales Training, Travel
What I wish was different
Guaranteed pay as opposed to strictly commission
Advice
Extremely useful training. If you are uncomfortable with talking to people, phoning, prospecting and sales, this job is not for you. Embrace the training and learn from your seniors.
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College Financial Representative
May - August 2018 • Eau Claire, WI
What I liked
Employees were very friendly, and helpful.
What I wish was different
Advice
Know that it is a sales internship, not finance.
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College Financial Representative
May - August 2018 • Fairfax, VA
What I liked
I liked that Northwestern Mutual really pushed me out of my comfort zone and forced me to have many uncomfortable conversations which significantly developed my communication skills.
What I wish was different
I wish I knew more about the position going into it because I had no idea it was a sales position.
Advice
Business Development Representative or Financial Representative both are code words for sales position.
