2027 Early Talent Internship: Insurance Solutions & New Markets

TIAA
Charlotte, North Carolina, United StatesPosted Oct 12, 2026New
HR / People

About the role

Intern

Throughout the intensive 10-week summer program, participants engage in a structured professional development curriculum featuring: Comprehensive training modules Executive speaker series Educational workshops Mentorship programs Cohort-based learning experiences 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.

Key Roles and Duties Support high-impact business initiatives by contributing to meaningful projects that directly support business objectives and client outcomes Collaborate on strategic presentations and research projects, contributing to PowerPoint and Excel deliverables and analytical materials that inform key business decision-making Support a variety of projects by helping to coordinate project materials and meetings to ensure seamless information flow across teams Drive independent research initiatives to gather market intelligence, competitive analysis, and supporting documentation that advances business objectives Immerse yourself in professional development opportunities through exclusive access to executive speaker series, specialized training programs, and networking events designed to accelerate your career trajectory Explore diverse career pathways by working alongside professionals across multiple departments and gaining hands-on experience in various business functions Build comprehensive industry expertise while developing deep knowledge of TIAA's culture, values, and position within the financial services landscape Educational Requirements High School Preferred Work Experience No Experience Required Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level 2IC Position Overview

This is a 10-week summer internship program designed to challenge students by providing hands-on experience, skills training, and professional networking opportunities to help them identify and build on their career interests. Interns gain exposure to the company and financial services industry by attending meetings, delivering presentations, working on business-specific tasks, and collaborating closely with cross-functional groups to better understand TIAA and Nuveen's businesses.

The program includes an onboarding process followed by an ongoing speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and engagement activities, along with direct access to executive and senior leadership, mentors, and previous interns.

Throughout the program, participants engage in a structured professional development curriculum featuring: Comprehensive training modules Executive speaker series Educational workshops Mentorship programs Cohort-based learning experiences

This position also 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.

Your Future in Product Starts Here For more than a century, TIAA has stood alongside educators, researchers, healthcare workers, and nonprofit professionals — helping them build the financial security they deserve. Recognized as one of the world's most ethical companies, we are an organization where your work is both purposeful and rewarding. Our internship program is at the heart of that mission.

At the center of that promise is something most financial services firms can't offer: guaranteed lifetime income. TIAA's Insurance Solutions & New Markets (IS&NM) organization builds, manages, and evolves the products — like TIAA Traditional and CREF — that give millions of educators, researchers, and nonprofit professionals the confidence that their money will outlive them. This summer, you'll get an inside look at how that promise is built and brought to market.

Where You'll Make an Impact As an intern in IS&NM, you'll contribute to work that spans: Flagship Product Exposure – Build foundational knowledge of TIAA's core annuity products, including TIAA Traditional and CREF, and understand what makes guaranteed lifetime income possible High-Impact Projects – Contribute to initiatives that inform product strategy, business development, and operational decision-making Strategic Storytelling – Build Excel and PowerPoint deliverables and Tableau visualizations that inform real decision-making Independent Research – Conduct market intelligence and competitive analysis that sharpens your analytical edge and shapes business direction Career Exploration – Gain exposure to diverse functions within IS&NM's Product and Business Development organization

Your Path Within IS&NM Insurance Solutions & New Markets owns the products at the heart of TIAA's mission — the insurance and annuity solutions that convert savings into guaranteed income for life, and the new product and market opportunities that extend that promise to more people. You'll gain exposure to: Retirement Products — TIAA's flagship retirement products and solutions, including TIAA Traditional, Secure Income Account (SIA), Guaranteed Fixed Account (GFA), TIAA Stable Value, CREF, Real Estate Account (REA), Individual Retirement Accounts, RetirePlus, and In-plan Managed Accounts Product Development & Innovation — How new products, features, and market opportunities are developed and brought to market Business Strategy & Operations — The planning processes and operational effectiveness efforts that drive enterprise execution Business Development & Product Implementation — How strategic partnerships and third-party implementation bring TIAA's products to life for clients and plan sponsors

Key Responsibilities and Duties Gain exposure to key business functions within IS&NM's Product and Business Development organization Support product management activities and research related to TIAA's retirement products and solutions Prepare research materials and presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and Tableau Collaborate with internal teams to help deliver on product or solution strategy Conduct meetings with subject matter experts to understand product offerings, lifecycles, features, and benefits Apply academic knowledge and curiosity to contribute to real business challenges Support business planning, market research, and competitive analysis

Why This Internship Matters The relationships you build and the impact you make this summer will establish the foundation for your career in insurance and retirement solutions. Successful summer interns earn the opportunity to interview for a full-time position in TIAA's highly competitive Insurance Solutions & New Markets Rotational Program.

What We're Looking For Minimum 3.0 GPA Curiosity, drive, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a genuine interest in financial services, insurance, and annuity products

Preferred Majors: Finance, Economics, Business, Risk Management & Insurance, or related quantitative and business fields

Preferred Skills

Business Skills Genuine interest in financial services, insurance, and annuity products Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving Written & Verbal Communication Research & Competitive Analysis Foundational Project Management

Technical Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint) Data Analysis & Visualization — Excel and Tableau Interest in AI and emerging technology applications in financial services

Additional Requirements Current enrolled in a degree-seeking program with expected graduation date between December 2027– June 2028 Minimum GPA of 3.0 Must have authorization to work in the

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