2026 Early Talent Internship Program Finance & Accounting
2026 Early Talent Internship Program Finance & Accounting
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Job Description
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 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 TIAAs culture values and position within the financial services landscape
Educational Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree
Additional Requirements:
- Expected Graduation date between December 2026 June 2028
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
Physical Requirements:
- Sedentary Work
Career Level
2IC
The program includes a robust training and onboarding program followed by our ongoing speaker series lunch-and-learns and cohort engagement activities as well as direct access to executive and senior leadership mentors and previous interns.
Eligible interns may receive a full-time offer to join our Early Talent Rotational Program or various open positions within the organization.
Key Responsibilities And Duties
You will have the opportunity to work in one of the below exciting business areas including but not limited to:
Controllership Organization (Accounting & Corporate Tax)
You will work exclusively within one of the following Controllership functions during your internship: Corporate Accounting Operations Regulatory Reporting Accounting Policy & Governance Investment Accounting and Reporting Nuveen Accounting or Corporate Tax.
Through these diverse experiences you will get an understanding of the various dimensions of TIAA accounting to include statutory accounting and reporting internal controls over financial reporting accounting policy and corporate tax Financial Reporting Systems Corporate Accounting and Financial Data Performance Management.
- Applies knowledge of US GAAP and Statutory accounting principles in the performance of operational tasks e.g. processing journal entries that are the corporate records of the company.
- Perform regulatory reporting processes for various legal entities within TIAA.
- Applies financial acumen to resolve a wide-range of issues.
- Applies technical knowledge to complete assignments.
- Interfaces with other areas of the company that prepare and process accounting entries.
- Prepares account reconciliations and processes transactions to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger.
- Participates in various special projects and assist in developing solutions
- Desire to sit for CPA exam
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
These roles support 2 main finance groups: Business Finance Office (BFO) & Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (CFP&A). FP&A interns provide the Executive Committee (EC) and Business Areas with decision support through the use of management reporting future-focused analytics predictive modeling capabilities decision tools and problem-solving support to help drive financial planning budgeting and forecasting requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for potential candidates to apply their knowledge to a strategically aligned initiative within the Finance organization including:
- Budgeting planning forecasting analysis as well as financial stewardship and counsel.
- Present and clearly articulate the financial results of the business as well as provide variance commentaries to business partners.
- Develop models / tools for early identification of financial trends and drivers for use across business segments.
- Make recommendations for issue resolution; maintain and improve current financial models.
- Collaborate with business areas to develop operational and financial health metrics and measures.
- Incorporate of productivity and continuous improvement methodologies to ensure long-term success.
- Create transparency around cost allocations to drive business-focused discussions.
Other opportunities may exist within the following finance organizations
- Corporate Treasury: Supports the cash management and liquidity strategy bank account management and capital market activities of the enterprise in an accurate and timely manner.
- Operations including Global Supplier Services
- GSS: Provides best-in-class supplier governance and is committed to value creation and innovation. The roles within GSS support three paths to include Sourcing Procurement Vendor Management and Technology & Operations.
- TIAA Ventures: Invest in startups that are pioneering new business models and technologies relevant to TIAAs businesses and clients.
Desired Skills (Preferred Not Required)
- Minimum Overall GPA of 3.0 or better
- Currently pursuing a Bachelors in related fields including Accounting Actuarial Science Business Administration Economics Finance Mathematics Data Analytics Risk Management Statistics Supply Chain or similar degree programs
- Internship experience is a plus
- Excellent communication presentation problem solving/analytical skills
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on commitments
- Previous internship or work experience a plus
- Demonstrated interest within the investment management industry is preferred
- Independent and original thinker
- Self-discipline and self-motivation
- Strong level of integrity with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Minimum of 2 years of working knowledge or academic experience in using Microsoft Office products or similar products (Word PowerPoint Excel Outlook)
Anticipated Posting End Date:
Base 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 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).
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 were on a mission to build on our 100 year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrows 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 Nuveens entrepreneurial spirit where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathwaysbecause 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. Thats 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:
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Drug and Smoking Policy
TIAA maintains a drug-free and smoke/free workplace.
Privacy Notices
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
