Intermediary Sales Intern

About Our Company Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses. We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a Columbia Threadneedle Investments global team of 2,300 people working together. Our capability is diverse with more than 550 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our enterprise businesses — Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities.

Please note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. Due to anticipated interest, the role may close earlier than the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application promptly. The advertised closing date is October 3, 2026. At Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, and RiverSource, we're committed to helping early-career talent grow through meaningful work and practical learning. Whether you're joining us as an Intern or Leadership Development Program participant, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues, contribute fresh perspectives, and gain exposure to the people, projects, and experiences that drive our business forward.   Guided by our values of excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and our communities, participants will have opportunities to connect with Executive Leadership through our ELT Speaker Series, gaining insights from senior leaders across the business, while also making a positive impact through our annual volunteering day.   This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network, and explore what's possible across a global financial services organization.

As a Sales Intern, you will help promote Columbia Management products through the extensive sales network of Ameriprise Financial Advisors, banks, broker dealers, wire houses and independents.

Support National Sales Team by assisting with inputting literature orders and maintaining management software.  Assist team members with ad hoc projects which require strong communication and project coordination, sometimes across multiple business lines.  Learn and use sales tools and resources, including Morningstar Advisor Workstation, Zephyr on Demand, and fi360.

Be a current Junior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree.  Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.  Available to join June 2027 for the full 10-week internship.

High degree of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics.  Proven organization skills and ability to manage time effectively.  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.  Ability to work and communicate collaboratively and constructively with others.  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.  Visa Sponsorship Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN). In-Office Collaboration We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.