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:
- Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree
Additional Requirements:
- Expected Graduation date between December 2026– June 2028
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
Physical Requirements:
- Sedentary Work
Career Level
2IC
2026 Early Talent Internship: TIAA Enterprise Analytics
The 10-week summer internship program is designed to challenge students by providing opportunities for hand-on experiences, skills training, and valuable professional networking to assist students with identifying and building on their career interests. This role gains experience and an overall feel for the company and the financial services industry by attending meetings, delivering presentations, exploring business-specific tasks, and working closely with cross-functional groups to better understand the TIAA and Nuveen’s businesses.
The program includes an onboarding program followed by our ongoing speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and engagement activities, as well as direct access to executive and senior leadership, mentors and previous interns.
Analytics Team Focus: The TIAA Enterprise Analytics (TEA) team leverages data-driven insights to solve complex business problems and drive strategic decision-making across TIAA. Our mission is to transform raw data into actionable intelligence that enhances customer experiences, optimizes business operations, and supports evidence-based strategic initiatives.
Analytics interns will have opportunities to work across various analytical domains including:
Business Intelligence & Reporting: Developing dashboards, automated reports, and data visualizations that provide key stakeholders with real-time business insights
Predictive Analytics & Machine Learning: Building statistical models and algorithms to forecast trends, identify patterns, and support predictive decision-making
Data Engineering & Management: Working with data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and supporting the infrastructure that enables advanced analytics
Client Analytics & Insights: Analyzing client behavior, preferences, and journeys to drive personalization and improve client satisfaction
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Summer Associates will work on strategically-aligned analytical projects that directly impact business outcomes and organizational strategy. Analytics interns will collaborate with data scientists, business analysts, and cross-functional teams while gaining exposure to cutting-edge analytical tools and methodologies. Candidates can expect to develop technical expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and business intelligence while solving real-world financial services challenges.
Required Skills:
Full-time student, pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
Rising sophomore or rising junior
Overall GPA of 3.0 or better
Preferred Skills:
Preferred Majors: Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Finance, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or related quantitative fields
Technical Skills:
SQL: Writes basic to intermediate queries for data extraction and manipulation
Programming: Basic scripting capabilities in Python/R for data analysis and automation
Statistics: Applies descriptive statistics to analyze data patterns and trends
Tools: Proficient with standard BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms)
Deliverables: Creates standard reports that effectively communicate analytical findings
Presentation Skills:
Creates basic data visualizations that accurately represent findings and insights
Contributes to team presentations with clear communication of analytical results
Core Competencies:
Strong analytical and quantitative reasoning abilities
Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to translate complex data findings into clear, actionable business insights
Interest in financial services, data analytics, and business intelligence
Curiosity about emerging technologies in analytics and artificial intelligence
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple analytical projects simultaneously
Anticipated Posting End Date:
2025-10-27Base Pay Range: $22.00/hr - $30.00/hrActual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).
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Company Overview
Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years, TIAA has delivered it for millions of people. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, today weʼre a market-leading retirement company fueled by world-class asset management. But weʼre not just another legacy financial services firm. Weʼre fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need us.
Our Culture of Impact
At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.
Benefits and Total Rewards
The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.
Our full EEO & Non-Discrimination statement is on our careers home page, and you can read more about your rights and view government notices here.
Accessibility Support
TIAA offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.
If you are a U.S. applicant and desire a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application please use one of the below options to contact our accessibility support team:
Phone: (800) 842-2755
Email: [email protected]
Drug and Smoking Policy
TIAA maintains a drug-free and smoke/free workplace.
Privacy Notices
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