A WEALTH OF OPPORTUNITIES
The Wealth Management profession is diverse, rewarding, and wide open for new talent. Your educational experience can be equally inviting, with many people and programs ready to help.
Student Job and Internship Opportunities
The need for wealth managers is growing. Explore a career in wealth management and gain valuable experience through an internship.
View a list of current opportunities to launch the next step in your career.
Equitable Advisors - Wealth Management Associate
As a financial professional (FP) at Equitable Advisors, you will have the opportunity to build a business around helping people reach their financial goals, protect their families, and retire with dignity. FPs will find themselves in a day to day of reaching out to new potential clients, meeting with clients, and interacting with the analyst team to develop meaningful strategies and presentations that lead to the long-term success of their clients.
Charles Schwab RIA Scholarship
Schwab Advisor Services in partnership with Charles Schwab Foundation have created the RIA Talent Advantage Student Scholarship to help remove financial barriers, advocate for diversity, and open doors for future talent within the independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) industry.
- Awarding twelve $10,000 scholarships. Half of the scholarships will be awarded to underrepresented and diverse recipients.
- Undergraduate students:
- Pursuing a major or minor in financial planning, or
- Demonstrating their commitment to a career within the RIA industry.
Find more information and apply here.
CAREER RESOURCES
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Financial Planner Career Path
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CFP Certification
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Career Paths Guide
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CFP Board Career Guide
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Jobs in Financial Planning
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Registered Investment Advisor Careers
WEALTH MANAGEMENT WEBINARS
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Your Future in the Wealth Management Field
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The Evolving Landscape of Wealth Management
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Debate on Income Inequality in the United States
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Upcoming Info Sessions
WEALTH MANAGEMENT STUDENT ORGANIZATION
The Wealth Management Student Organization (WMSO) is a McCombs Business Organization focused on eliminating entry barriers into the field of Wealth Management and Financial Planning. We are the for you, encouraging connections with industry professionals while instilling a solid base of core personal financial management skills.
FINANCIAL WELLNESS RESOURCES FOR UT STUDENTS
Texas Financial Wellness is here to help you improve your financial health and security. One-on-one counseling and workshops will equip you to make healthy financial decisions during your academic career and beyond.
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
Courses taken in the Wealth Management Program prepare students for professional practice and industry certifications.
Certified Financial Planner
The Certified Financial Planner™ certification is the standard of excellence in financial planning. CFP® professionals meet rigorous education, training, and ethical standards and are committed to serving their clients' best interests today to prepare them for a more secure tomorrow.
College for Financial Planning
The College for Financial Planning®>—a Kaplan Company – empowers advisors for their current career stages while earning credit toward their next credential.
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
- Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist
- Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor
- Accredited Wealth Management Advisor
- Accredited Asset Management Specialist
- Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor
- Accredited SRI Advisor
American College for Financial Services
The American College of Financial Services> is a nonprofit educational institution dedicated to creating leaders within the financial services profession.
- Wealth Management Certified Professional
- Retirement Income Certified Professional
- Chartered Financial Consultant
- Chartered Life Underwriter
- Financial Services Certified Professional
- Chartered Special Needs Consultant
- Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy
- Chartered Leadership Fellow
- Accredited Estate Planner
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Credentials from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants require a CPA.
- Personal Financial Specialist
- Personal Financial Planning designations in individual areas
CFA Institute
The mission of the CFA Institute is to lead the investment profession globally by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society.