Summer 2027 Wealth Management Intern

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

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 experience.

Cerity Partners is searching for talented, bright, and motivated individuals with the highest level of personal integrity to join our Wealth Management team for the summer of 2027.

This is a paid internship program (30-40 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

Shadow and participate in various types of client presentations

Utilize CRM and financial planning software systems

Opportunity to obtain e-Money Certification

Shadow and assist Financial Advisors with preparation of financial documents and performance reports

Help support the full financial planning process: discovery, data gathering, plan development, presentation, implementation, and ongoing reviews

Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of discretionary investment portfolios

Learn and implement basic and advanced income tax planning strategies

Conduct independent research and build spreadsheets for financial planning opportunities

Work with a team virtually to create a financial planning project or other projects

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Be enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university with a minimum 3.2 GPA

Majoring in Financial Planning, Finance, Accounting, or related business degree

Be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

Actively participating in campus organizations, preferably within a leadership role, and/or professional work experience

Identify with Cerity Partner’s mission and demonstrate our core values

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 [email protected]. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.