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.
Summer 2027 Intern – Financial Sales
Location: Greenwood Village, CO (on-site & in-person)
Duration: 10 weeks from June 2, 2027 to August 6, 2027
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Compensation: $22.00 - $24.00 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:
Support our Core Sales and Support team by contributing to real-time business initiatives and impactful, hands-on projects
Create prospecting lists and advisor additions in Salesforce to support Internal Sales Directors (ISDs)
Analyze sales data to improve sales pipelines and streamline processes
Identify process enhancements through use of data and AI tools
Gain insight into consultative sales skills, the sales cycle, and Empower’s 401(k) investment products
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:
Currently enrolled in a college or university (Bachelor’s or Master’s program)
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Available for full 10-week program (June 2 - August 6, 2027)
Must reside near or be able to reliably commute to Greenwood Village, CO (this is an in-person internship)
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship (CPT/OPT not supported)
Core Competencies:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team
Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
Self-directed with a proactive approach to learning
Professional curiosity and eagerness to explore new tools and ideas
Demonstrated accountability and follow-through on individual or team-based goals
What will set you apart
At least 2 years of academic progress toward a bachelor’s…