Investor Services Internship - Summer 2021 - St. Louis, MO

Job Description

At TD Ameritrade, the health and safety of our employees is our highest priority. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, all roles, including new hires, will continue to train and work from home while our company’s social distancing measures are in place.

This is a paid, 11 week internship opportunity located in St. Louis, MO that begins late May/early June and extends until early August. Shift is from 8:00AM – 4:30PM, Monday-Friday.

This position is a great entry level opportunity for Juniors or Seniors to gain exposure to the brokerage industry, with potential for full time employment upon your Graduation in either a Service, Sales, or Trade Desk role. While this Internship is within the Finance industry, students of all backgrounds will be considered.

The primary skills needed are an open-mind to new experiences, a passion for helping others, a desire to exceed client service expectations, and an interest in learning more about the Financial Services industry. As one of the largest trade volume broker-dealers in the world, you will get an in-depth view of what it takes to work for a trading centric firm.

As an Investor Services Intern, you will gain a meaningful understanding of multiple aspects of the Financial Services industry. Our Internship opportunity is designed to show you TD Ameritrade CAREERS – Collaboration, Academic knowledge, Real-world Education & Experience, Roundtables & Shadowing.

Collaboration

As a member of a high-caliber team of Interns, you will work together throughout the Spring semester. The program Capstone is a group case-study project and Final presentation(s) to Senior Management.

Academic knowledge

In addition to the training you’ll receive to learn how to exceed the expectations of TD Ameritrade clients, you will receive financial knowledge to help with your own investing. You will also have the opportunity to acquire your Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) certification. Studying for the SIE is built into the program and we pay for all SIE prep material and we pay for your exam fees!

Real-world Experience & Education

Not only will you receive the training necessary to address client account questions, you will also apply what you learned in a real-world setting by assisting TD Ameritrade clients via phone, and potentially assist with other real-world situations as well. You will also receive personal/professional development opportunities and Market education.

Roundtables & Shadowing

Your learning experience is highlighted by roundtable interactions with multiple leaders and business partners, as well as the opportunity to shadow and learn about many departments at TD Ameritrade - including equity and options trading, client service, sales, brokerage clearing, and various other supporting segments of TD Ameritrade.

With our CAREERS approach, you will have the chance to truly see a ‘Day in the Life of’ a TD Ameritrade associate. ‘Learn a ton, while you have some fun.’

• Provide direct, real-time support to TD Ameritrade clients via inbound phone calls in a fast-paced, market-sensitive environment.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and commitment to provide the highest level of client service
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, associates, mentors and management through both verbal and written correspondence
• Work as a member of a high-caliber team to solve problems

Requirements:

• This position is targeted to Juniors and Seniors currently enrolled in local universities, but underclassmen may also be considered.
• All majors will be considered if student can demonstrate a strong desire to work in a Client Service environment and learn more about the Financial Services industry
• Two years of experience working in a service-oriented role is a plus, but not required
• An understanding of basic Internet operations and knowledge of Windows based programs which require intermediate computer skills
• Ability to quickly assimilate and understand computer systems and applications
• Ability to make decisions and operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and efficiently organize work
• Military experience may be substituted in lieu of education and/or experience
  

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