Intern
Throughout the intensive 10-week summer program, participants engage in a structured professional development curriculum featuring :
This position provides exposure to key business divisions including Actuarial Services, Asset Management, Business Management, Corporate Strategy and Development, Financial Analysis and Accounting, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Law and Policy, Marketing and Communications, Product and Business Development, Retirement Solutions, Risk and Compliance, Technology, and Wealth Management.
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Career Level 2IC
Overview
The 10-week summer internship program is designed to challenge students by providing opportunities for hand-on experiences, skills training and valuable professional networking to assist students with identifying and building on their career interests. This role gains experience and an overall feel for the company and the financial services industry by attending meetings, delivering presentations, exploring business-specific tasks, and working closely with cross-functional groups to better understand the TIAA and Nuveen's businesses.
Managers and colleagues will work side by side with summer associates to ensure development and learning. Students can expect to gain an understanding of TIAA and the Financial Services industry, as well as have opportunities to explore various technology tools, techniques, and disciplines. The program includes a robust onboarding week followed by our ongoing speaker series, development and engagement activities, as well as direct access to executive and senior leadership, mentors and previous interns.
Eligible summer associates will have the opportunity to apply for a full-time position in the highly competitive entry-level Technical Associate Program within Client Services & Technology (CS&T).
Client Services Client Services, currently under our Technology line of business, is the driving force behind the client experience, supporting the retirement business and partnering closely with the Retirement, Marketing and Digital Client Technology team. Together, we drive our strategic priorities including RetirePlus, National Contact Center AI Automation and Recordkeeping Transformation. Teams that make up Client Services include Recordkeeping Integrated Delivery, Execution & Reporting (RIDER), Retirement & Individual Services & Education (RISE), the National Contact Center (NCC) and the Business Management Office (BMO).
Client Services Interns will have the opportunity to intern with one of the 4 teams / business areas :
RISE (1 Intern) :
The Retirement & Individual Services & Education group is seeking an Analyst Intern to join Middle Office and gain hands-on experience in data analysis, business intelligence, and strategic storytelling. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop analytical skills while contributing meaningful insights that drive business decisions. The ideal candidate will transform complex data into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations.
Work Locations : Charlotte, Frisco
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Data Analysis & Research
Presentation & Documentation
Storytelling & Communication
Business Management Office (3 Interns) :
These interns will support the Business Management Office with initiatives focused on organizational development, culture, and engagement. This role will provide exposure to business operations, project coordination, and people-focused programs that drive team effectiveness and employee experience. The intern will assist with research, data analysis, communications, project management and event coordination, while gaining insight into how business management supports strategic and operational goals.
Work Locations : Charlotte, Frisco
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AI / Metamorphosis (1 Intern) :
AI Metamorphosis Team : This team develops innovative project intake and assessment solutions, creating unified project management tools with AI-enhanced evaluation capabilities and automated readiness planning systems.
Work Location : Frisco, TX
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2026 Internship • Charlotte, NC, US