The First Step
Our internship program provides students with a "hands-on" learning experience for those interested in pursuing a career in the financial industry.
Our interns focus on developing the skills necessary to service and maintain client accounts by working alongside a successful branch office manager. They learn about the various aspects of the online brokerage business as they work closely with experienced stock brokers to complete general administrative and operational duties. On occasion, interns may be assigned special projects outside of their normal duties.
Our goal is to provide internship opportunities for one to two interns at each of our branch offices across the country. As part of the internship, students will have the opportunity to personally interact with clients, as well as, polish their over-the-phone skills.
In February of 2008, Inc. Magazine included us in their list of America's Coolest Internship programs.
Our program is designed to prepare students for a career with us after graduation. Our interns play an integral role in the day-to-day operations and they have a great opportunity for full-time employment with the firm after completion of the program. More than 20 percent of our branch managers began their career as Scottrade interns.
The "hands-on" learning experience is coupled with an online learning program supported by our own in-house and ongoing training curriculum via Scottrade University.
Seven Tips From Recruiter Amy Meister:
- Use all of your resources to find a great internship.
Take advantage of the career counselors and advisors and upperclassmen at your college or university. - Practice professional job seeking skills.
Take your internship search seriously as if you were looking for a full-time job. - Show an interest in the company.
Personalize your cover letter, do some research about the company and point out any prior experiences that relate to the company. - First impressions are important.
The interview is your place to shine. Project a professional image with your clothing, manners and enthusiasm. - Make your experience relate.
In your resume, include part-time jobs, volunteer work, fundraising and charitable activities, athletics and even school-related projects that may align with the internship you are seeking. - Think outside the semester.
Let the internship recruiter know that your goal is to work with that company beyond your internship. - Follow-up after the interview.
Send a thank-you letter by mail or e-mail.