Summer 2026 Intern - Financial Sales

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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Summer 2026 Intern - Financial Sales

Location : Greenwood Village, CO (on-site & in-person)

Duration : 10 weeks from May 27, 2026 to July 31, 2026

Schedule : Full-Time (40 hours / week)

Compensation : $22.00 - $23.00 per hour (based on academic level)

Empower is a leader in financial planning and retirement solutions, committed to helping people achieve financial freedom. We serve millions of individuals, employers, and advisors through personalized products, smart technology, and a people-first approach.

Program Overview

Empower's Summer Internship Program offers an immersive 10-week experience designed to develop rising professionals with an interest in financial services. Our interns thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment while gaining valuable insights into our business, culture, and mission.

Each intern is paired with a dedicated manager, mentor, and executive sponsor, and will work on a meaningful summer project. This program includes :

• Hands on-experience with real business initiatives
• Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Networking opportunities
• Professional and personal development workshops

At the conclusion of the internship, each intern presents their work to business leaders, showcasing the impact they've made.

What you'll do

As a Financial Sales Intern, you will :

You'll develop your business acumen, collaborate with sales professionals, and gain tools and exposure to support a potential future path toward becoming an Associate Internal Sales Director. Over the course of the 10-week internship, you will contribute to a defined individual project and collaborative team initiatives. You are expected to deliver meaningful contributions and results, with ongoing support, guidance, and feedback from your team.

What you bring

We're seeking college students who demonstrate a balance of technical aptitude, professionalism, and curiosity. Ideal candidates will bring the following :

Required Qualifications :

Core Competencies :

What will set you apart

Important notes

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

High-performing interns may be considered for return offers or full-time opportunities post-graduation.

Base Salary Range

$42,800.00 - $58,850.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and / or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

Job Posting End Date at 12 : 01 am on :

10-20-2025

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