Emerging Advisor Intern

At Keating and Associates each individual has a unique ability a unique story and a unique contribution that is vital to our success. With diverse experiences cultures backgrounds and beliefs we are a better company and we better serve our valued clients. True teamwork is only possible when we embrace that our differences make us better together. By creating an environment where people are welcomed and equipped to do their best we fully embrace our core values of excellence abundance mindset and teamwork.

Keating & Associates Inc.

Emerging AdvisorIntern

We are seeking an Emerging Advisor Intern to gain meaningful hands-on experience in financial advising while supporting advisor teams client relationships and financial planning workflows across Keating & Associates. The Keating Emerging Advisor Internship Program is designed to accelerate the development of aspiring advisors through practical client work intentional coaching and comprehensive exposure to Keatings advisory model.

As an Emerging Advisor Intern you willoperateas a developing advisor not simply an observer. You will work alongside experienced advisors and financial planning teams to support client relationshipsbuildand update financial plansassistwith investment and retirement workflows and communicate clearly in real client-facing environments. This internship is designed for individuals who naturally take initiative move quickly from idea to action communicate with confidence and thrive in environments that involve challenge variety and performance expectations. Successful interns consistently look beyond simply completing tasks and focus on improving outcomes processes and client experiences.

High-performing interns may have the opportunity to transition into long-term producing advisor roles within the firm. This internship is ideal for individuals with a strong internal drive to lead perform and grow into a client-facing advisory career.

This position is non-exemptlocatedonsitein our Manhattan KS office and reports to theInternship Manager

Interns will gain hand- on real word experience in areas including but not limited to:

• Supporting advisors with client meeting preparation and follow-up

• Gathering and organizingclient financial information and documentation

• Assisting with building and updating financial plans in planning software

• Preparing presentation materials and client-facing deliverables

• Participating in mock client meetings and present financial concepts

• Generating performance reports and conduct market research

• Assisting with audits and data analysis projects

• Collaborating with advisor teams across the organization

• Building relationships with professionals and community connections

• Recommendingprocess improvements and operational efficiencies

• Adapting quickly to changing priorities and client needs

• Contributing ideas tools andsolutions to improve outcomes

As part of the internship experience interns may also take on new learning opportunities and assist with emerging priorities that help drive client success and organizational growth.

Education

• Junior standing or higher currently pursuing a bachelors degree or minor in Financial Planning Finance Business or a related field.

• Strategic sales coursework or related business development experience preferred.

Interns will have the opportunity to further develop and apply skills in areas including but not limited to:

• Organization:Maintainsstrong attention to detail while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally in written verbal and client-facing interactions
• Initiative:Demonstratespersonal drive coachability and willingness to take ownership of responsibilities
• Technology: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word and PowerPoint
• Process Management: Follows structured workflows timelines and planning processes with consistency
• Execution: Completes assignments thoroughly and reliably with strong follow-through and accountability
• Research:Researchesthoroughly verifies details and fact-checks information accurately
• Workflow Coordination: Organizes financial information documents and project workflows systematically
• Client Service: Supportspositive professional and relationship-focused client experience
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with advisors planning teams and cross-functional partners
• Professionalism:Demonstratesaccountability reliability integrity and a strong work ethic
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing priorities and fast-paced environments
• Growth Mindset: Eager to learn improve and grow within a financial planning and advisory environment
• Problem Solving:Identifieschallenges proactively and contributes thoughtful solutions and ideas