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Sustainable Investing Intern - Summer 2025

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Principal Financial Group

Nov 29

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Sustainability
  • Des Moines

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing or completed undergraduate or graduate level degree. Finance, Accounting, or Environmental Studies candidates preferred.
  • Involvement in extracurricular activities and/or involvement within the community
  • Interest in sustainability topics and investing.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with internal and external partners around the globe
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Principal Asset Management Climate Transition Framework planning and execution – Help plan data infrastructure and reporting needs to support the climate transition framework of Principal Asset Management, including investment team consultation where appropriate. Help infuse critical elements of climate transition framework into appropriate policies, procedures, marketing, and training deliverables.
  • Sustainable Investing Engagement Support – Help support data gathering from investment team engagements for firm level tracking purposes. Participate in associated reporting enhancement activities. Assist with finding more efficient methods of producing stewardship and engagement reporting.
  • Sustainable Investing Governance – Aid in sustainable investing oversight activities, including helping prepare for annual investment team reviews.
  • Sustainable Investing Regulatory Projects – Assist with business consulting and execution of sustainability-related regulatory projects on behalf of our sustainable investing team, including CSRD, California Scope 3 climate emissions, and other global regulatory support needs.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Sustainable Investing Intern position?

The salary range for the Sustainable Investing Intern position is $20 - $22 per hour.

Is there an internship stipend available?

Yes, you will receive a lump sum stipend of $3,000 intended to support incidental expenses during your internship.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Des Moines, IA.

What are the working arrangements for this internship?

The role offers flexibility for in-office work, or a hybrid arrangement of three days in-office and one day remote, based on discussions with your leader.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

Candidates currently pursuing or having completed undergraduate or graduate level degrees in Finance, Accounting, or Environmental Studies are preferred.

Are there opportunities for professional development during the internship?

Yes, the internship program includes hands-on experiences, mentorship, and events such as an Executive Speaker Series to help interns build their professional network.

Is there work authorization sponsorship available for this position?

No, we are not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future to work in the United States.

What type of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will assist with the Principal Asset Management Climate Transition Framework, sustainable investing engagement support, governance activities, and sustainability-related regulatory projects.

Does the firm provide paid time off during the internship?

Yes, the internship includes paid company holidays and any required time off based on your state.

What is the culture like for interns at Principal?

The internship culture at Principal emphasizes hands-on learning, flexibility, work-life balance, and diverse experiences aimed at helping interns reach their career goals.

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Principal Financial Group

Build a brighter future.

Finance
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Employees
1879
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Principal Financial Group® is dedicated to improving the wealth and well-being of people and businesses around the world—helping more than 62M customers plan, protect, invest, and retire as of December 31, 2022. Along the way, we commit to supporting the communities where we do business. Improving our planet. And building a diverse, inclusive workforce. We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work in Money Management by Pensions & Investments for the 11th consecutive year, an Ethisphere World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 12th time and as Forbes The Best Employers for Diversity 2023. Disclosure: Principal® is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic partner status, military status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Principal will never ask for money during any stage of the employment application or hiring process. If you're asked to send money or share personal financial information as part of next steps in the process, do not engage or respond. Contact Principal Human Resources at 833-261-3736 and your local law enforcement. Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc. ("Principal® Foundation") is a duly recognized 501(c)(3) entity focused on providing philanthropic support to programs that build financial security in the communities where Principal Financial Group, Inc. ("Principal") operates. While Principal Foundation receives funding from Principal, Principal Foundation is a distinct, independent, charitable entity. Principal Foundation does not practice any form of investment advisory services and is not authorized to do so.

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