Internships & Co-ops
Whether you’re a student seeking an internship, co-op, or educational opportunities, the Principal Financial Group is the perfect place to begin your career. At the Principal Financial Group, you'll work in a professional environment with a focus on flexibility.
Working for a Fortune 500 company that's a leader in the financial services industry, gives you endless opportunities for an exciting and fulfilling future. We look for outstanding students who are dedicated and passionate about their field. We actively recruit students who are pursuing bachelor’s degrees in many disciplines.
Experience through internships
Gain hands-on experience for 3 months over the summer. You'll work on challenging projects, network with professionals and learn from some of the best minds in the financial services business.
Additionally, several interns will be honored with a VIP Scholarship of $2,500, to be used for college expenses the following academic year.
Additional experience with co-ops
Essentially, this is a longer-term internship. Co-ops typically last six to nine months, allowing for more hands-on and in-depth training to work on a variety of projects.
Looking for an internships?
- Search for available internships and co-ops
- Meet our interns
- Find out if you qualify for our Principal Scholar Program

