Whats Nuveen Responsible Investing
Our legacy of Responsible Investing (RI) spans over 50 years culminating in a uniquely designed system to deliver superior investment impact and enhanced client outcomes. Our team of over 30 dedicated RI subject matter experts specialise by asset class and role focusing on Nuveens three key principles: ESG integration stewardship and impact.
All RI team members work to set strategic priorities ensure best practices andestablishfirm-wide standards within their areas of expertise. Those with asset class specialisation collaborate closely with investment analysts portfolio managers risk management professionals and others across the organisation to drive the scale and quality of ESG integration and RI-focused product development.
Summer Internship Opportunities
Depending on evolving business needs the internship will involve some of the following tasks and deliverables
Market research:Research RI/ESG industry trends market dynamics competitors and product characteristics to support development of Nuveen RI capabilities
ESGanalysis:Conduct analysis on financially material ESG issues for key sectors in Nuveens portfolio to support investment processes and company engagement
Communications:Contribute to reporting and communications related to the firms stewardship and RI activities
Client engagement:Support responses and process improvements related to RFPs RFIs DDQsand other queries from clients and business partners across the organisation
Presentations & Proposals:Support preparation of internal and external presentations proposals and recommendations
Collaboration:Support collaboration and coordination among central RI team and sustainability/ESG/RI subject matter experts across teams and affiliates
Regulation:Contribute to projects initiatives and processes related to ESG/RI regulatory developments datasourcesand emerging industry practices
WhatYoullGet throughout the Internship:
10-Week Program:Participatein a robust training curriculum company functions speaker series lunch-and-learns and social networking events for career growth and personal development.
Hands-On Experience:Attend business meetings deliver presentations explore business-specific tasks contribute to projects and work closely with cross-functional groups.
Global Exposure:Connect with Senior Business Leaders globally across Nuveen and TIAA.
Career Opportunities:Potential to secure a permanent role upon graduation.
WhatWereLooking For:
Academic Excellence:On track for at least a 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree (or equivalent) preferably in finance business mathematics business administration or a similar field.
Interest in Investment Management:General knowledge about investment processes preferably withinfixed incomeand private markets.
Passion for Sustainability:Understanding and curiosity abouthow ESG/RI consideration canimpactfinancial risks and opportunities.
Client Relationship Management:Experience in building relationships throughpreviousinternships part-time work student organisations or volunteer roles. E.g. You should be comfortable initiating conversations with stakeholders following up proactively andmaintaininglong-term connections.
Communication Skills:Ability to translate complex information into clear concise written and verbal communications tailored to different audiences. E.g. You should be comfortable in preparing client ready emails delivering presentations to a small group of yourteamorwritingreports that inform decision-making.
Team Collaboration:Proven ability to work effectively in team settings by actively listening to others perspectives contributing constructively to group discussions.E.g. You should be able to adapt your working style to help deliver team goals &objectives.
Critical Thinking:Demonstratedability to understand business problems from multiple anglesidentifykey drivers of outcomes and propose solutions that balance competing priorities. E.g. Be able todemonstrateinterest in understanding investment principles and how client needs align with product offerings.
Microsoft Office Proficiency:Strong competency with Microsoft Office with at least intermediate level PowerPoint skills. E.g. You should be able to create professional client ready presentations with consistent formatting and branding incorporate data visualizations (charts/graphs) from Excel use master slides effectively and deliver clear visually engaging presentationsand Advanced level Excel E.g. Master complex formulas (INDEX/MATCH nested IF statements array formulas) create and manipulate pivot tables and pivot charts use advanced functions (XLOOKUP SUMIFS COUNTIFS TEXT functions)
Initiative and Ownership:Track record of taking ownership of projects or responsibilities without constant supervision.E.g. You should be able to proactivelyidentifyproblems and propose solutions ensuring regular communication whereappropriate.
Due to high volume of applications:
We will only consider students in their penultimate year graduating in 2027.
We will only consider applicants who have the right to live and work in the country for where the internship islocated.
You must be able to work the internship dates of 22ndJune 28th August 2026.
Company Overview
Nuveen is a global investment leader managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA our parent company and one of the worlds largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses real estate infrastructure and natural capital providing clients with the reliability access and foresight unique to our heritage. Our prevailing perspective on the future drives our ambition to innovate and adapt our business to the changing needs of investors - all to pursue lasting performance for our clients our communities and our global to learn more about 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.
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