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Types of internships available

Learn about the several types of internships available at The Principal, including how to apply:

Traditional 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, 10 outstanding interns will be honored with a VIP Scholarship of $2,500, to be used for college expenses the following academic year.

Long-Term Internships/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.

The Principal Scholars Program - Began in 1992 as a way to promote diversity and attract a wide range of student interns. The program includes an optional paid summer internship and a $5,000 scholarship award.

How To Apply

Search and apply for traditional and long-term internships:

  • Go to the online job search and application tool
  • Select location
  • Select the View Job Posting/Apply for Job link
  • Skip the Job Category section and select a State from the Locations with Openings section
  • Select Intern from the Additional Criteria section
  • Click Search

Step 1: Create your profile

  • Go to the online job search and application tool
  • Enter your User Name and Password to login, or if you have not registered, select Registration
  • Select My Career Tools to create/update your resume

Step 2: Search and apply for internship and/or co-op opportunities

  • Select Intern from the Additional Criteria Search
  • Enter search criteria
  • Select Apply Now to submit your application for position(s) of interest
  • Follow the steps to complete your application

Apply to become a Principal Scholar:

 

 

The Principal is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant.

Interns say:

Andrew - Intern

“One of my favorite parts of working at The Principal was the people. Everyone I interacted with was more than willing to help and share their experiences and knowledge with me.”

Get additional details in this brochure about the VIP Program. (PDF: 27 KB)

Brochure about the VIP Program

 

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