Benefits of an Internship at Scottrade
- Hands-on learning experience for those interested in the financial services industry
- Develop skills to service and maintain client accounts while working alongside a branch office manager
- Learn about the various aspects of the online brokerage business working closely with experienced stock brokers
- Complete general administrative and operational duties and, on occasion, special projects
- Personally interact with clients and polish over-the-phone skills
- Included in Inc. Magazine’s 2008 list of America's Coolest Internship programs
- Designed to prepare students for a career with us after graduation
- More than 20% of our branch managers began their careers as Scottrade interns
- The "hands-on" experience is coupled with an online learning program, Scottrade University
Being an intern at Scottrade has been a great learning experience for me. I really enjoyed the intern stock competition that we just completed which gave interns the opportunity to create a portfolio and compete against one another for prizes. From the competition, I learned a great deal about different investments and how to hedge them. I would recommend anyone interested in the financial markets to apply for an internship at Scottrade!
- Navid, Branch Intern in Tolleson, Ariz.
I'm happy to say that my work at Scottrade makes a difference. My colleagues treat me like a real employee and value my opinion. I have learned things that can never be taken away; important life lessons that I would not have learned in school. I can set no price on the educational value of this internship. I am learning about real-life situations while applying the knowledge I am learning in school. When I graduate from college, I will enthusiastically enter the real world.
- Zach, Customer Education Intern in St. Louis, Mo.
I come to the branch each and every day knowing I am going learn something new. The lectures from my finance and economic classes come alive as I witness market mechanics firsthand. While what I do at the branch is important and excellence is expected, the company understands my first priority is earning my degree. My work schedule revolves around my school schedule. From Rodger's Christmas gifts, lunches, and T-shirts, to the camaraderie and friendships formed in the branch, interning for a company that values who I am and what I contribute is irreplaceable. I am proud to be a Scottrade intern.
- Cory, Branch Intern in Vancouver, Wash.
My responsibility at work is to make leads calls and assist customers with application questions and facilitate the application process. In addition, I open international new accounts for customers from mainland China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. I feel my experience here is very valuable and I like the atmosphere here. Everyone is helpful and friendly. I get responses back quickly from different departments like HR and Tech Support when I have questions. Overall, I am glad to be an intern at Scottrade. I have learned a lot during my internship here.
- Ding, Asia Pacific Intern in St. Louis, Mo.
I desired a challenging opportunity that was within my major and gave me an opportunity to grow. I have found that and so much more at Scottrade. Along with advancement Scottrade has proven to me that they really value their employees. Lastly, on top of a great opportunity for advancement and genuine care for their employees, I have met friends that I'm sure I will have for a lifetime. Scottrade definitely deserves being in the Fortune top 100 Best Companies To Work For list!
- Marie, Branch Intern in Cordova, Tenn.
My internship at Scottrade has been the most rewarding experience ever. I'm a computer tech intern so I’m working with new equipment every day, from the latest laptops to the new test model desktops. I'm getting hands-on experience with plenty of hours that work around my school schedule so I never feel like I'm juggling too many things at once. I feel as I'm a part of the team. I'm constantly challenged to the standards of a full-time employee so I can be ready for a full-time position when I graduate.
- Ryan, End User Technology Intern in St. Louis, Mo.
Since day one, I was given the responsibilities and respect equal to any other associate throughout the company. Such responsibilities, mixed with friendly co-workers, provided me with a fun and significant opportunity to acquire professional experience. Less than a year after beginning my internship, I received and accepted a full-time offer from Scottrade. Today, I look forward to coming into work knowing that the culture will encourage my professional growth and progress my career.
- Ben, Public Relations Intern in St. Louis, Mo.
My time here at Scottrade as an intern has been an eye-opening experience. There is nothing comparable to learning about the financial industry in class and then getting to experience it firsthand. Every day spent at Scottrade has taught me how the "real world" works and how to work in a professional environment. The people I work with daily are nothing short of patient and as interested in guiding as much as I am in learning. I feel a sense of pride when I tell fellow students that I intern at Scottrade.
- Erica, Advisor Services Intern in St. Louis, Mo.