Job Description

Are you a college student looking for a summer internship that will provide real world experience?  Do you want to work with a collaborative team that believes in putting people first and holding each other accountable?  Would you like to be part of a team who works to empower, assist, guide, motivate and support others?   If yes, we believe you could be an outstanding fit for our summer internship program.  

 

Cerity Partners is searching for talented, bright, and motivated individuals with the highest level of personal integrity to join our Partner Development team for the summer of 2026.

This is a paid internship program (40 hours/week) and a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in a professional environment. This role is ideal for someone looking for authentic exposure to the financial industry at a nationally recognized registered investment advisory.

Primary Responsibilities

We are seeking hardworking and detail-oriented individuals who are interested in learning about the front-to-back operations of an Investment Management and Wealth Management firm.  You will learn by doing and will gain direct hands-on exposure to corporate development initiatives including analyzing merger opportunities, tracking KPIs, managing relationships with strategic partners, and evaluating industry trends.  

Required Qualifications

• Be enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university with a minimum 3.2 GPA
• Major/concentration in business administration, economics or finance is a plus, but exceptional candidates from any major will be considered.
• A team player who leaves their ego at the door and welcomes feedback with the goal of continuous improvement
• Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills, professional presentation, and organizational skills
• Attitude that no task is to small and willingness to do whatever tasks necessary to make sure that the work is done on time. 
• Interest in finance, banking, wealth management and investments – we appreciate you may not know your major, which is just fine.
• Exceptional project management skills and organizational abilities.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Actively participating in campus organizations, preferably within a leadership role, and/or professional work experience

Why Cerity Partners

Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. As part of our internship program, you will gain:

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and decision-makers.
• The opportunity to work at one of the fastest-growing RIAs in America.
• Hands-on training to build and strengthen wealth management and financial planning skills.
• Experience within a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and excellence.

Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to careers@ceritypartners.com. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Internship, Summer internship, Work at office,

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