Intern

Empower

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Posted 3 days ago

Internship

Boston, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Interns will participate in a 10-week program involving a summer project, professional development workshops, and exposure to various business areas including Marketing. They will work collaboratively with teams, interact with senior leadership, and develop foundational business acumen.

This internship at Empower offers a wide range of opportunities for students interested in the financial services industry. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a college or university, seeking a bachelor’s or master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0, and possess strong partnership and communication skills, as well as a proactive and curious mindset.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Financial services

Business acumen

Partnership skills

Collaboration

Communication

Customer service

Project management

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Marketing

Job Description

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.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

As an intern you will experience a wide range of opportunities during our 10-week internship program.  We are looking for candidates who have an interest in the financial services industry and bring with them enthusiasm and passion for working in a fast-paced, growth-centric environment.  

Each intern will be paired with a manager, mentor, and executive sponsor for the summer and will present on a summer project at the end of the program. Interns are given opportunities to interact with senior leadership, learn about our various areas of business, and network with peers and staff.  During the internship, you will develop basic business acumen and engage with virtually all aspects of our business.  Our internship program includes professional and personal development training workshops. 

Interested candidates should be currently enrolled in a college or university and seeking a bachelor’s or master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.  Interns should be planning on attending the fall semester/quarter following the internship.  While we prefer candidates interning with us between their junior and senior years, we will consider candidates earlier in their college career depending on their coursework completed and business needs.  

 

What you will do

  • This internship will provide exposure to Marketing at Empower.
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What you will bring 

  • Current enrollment in a college or university.
  • Desire to experience an in-person office environment as part of your internship and ability to work in our Boston office
  • Interest in learning what it takes to be successful in business, particularly financial services.
  • Strong partnership skills with an ability to work collaboratively within a team and develop solid working partnerships with colleagues.
  • A high comfort level proactively asking questions and seeking help in order to successfully achieve goals and objectives while in an autonomous environment.
  • A sense of curiosity, and an ability to see the intern project to conclusion.
  • A customer service mindset and a willingness to provide input to achieve goals.
***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

Base Salary Range

$47,800.00 - $65,725.00

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  Drug-free workplace

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. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

04-18-2026

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Empower

At Empower, we’ve always been guided by strong values with a focus on helping people achieve the financial freedom they deserve. It’s been an incredible journey so far, but our story is just getting started. From the very beginning, we’ve prided ourselves on putting our customers first in everything we do — which will never change. The genesis of Empower dates back to 1891, when our parent company was founded as an insurance firm on the Canadian prairie. After more than a century of expansion and a profound evolution of service offerings, the modern iteration of Empower was launched in 2014. Our past is a big part of who we are as a business, but we continue to invest heavily in our current principles and future endeavors. Today, as the second-largest recordkeeper¹ in the U.S. and a comprehensive wealth management leader, we proudly serve more than 19 million individuals and over 88,000 different organizations.² With a constant commitment to growth, innovation and technology, we are fully dedicated to transforming the lives of all Americans. Our personalized tools and solutions are aimed at helping everyone improve their financial confidence so they can pursue their passions and reach their unique goals. That’s our promise. ------------------------ Disclosures: https://www.empower.com/social-media/ ¹Pension & Investments DC Recordkeeper Survey (2024). Ranking measured by total number of participants as of December 2023. ²As of March 31, 2025.

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