Intern, Investor Center - Schaumburg, IL
Posted Sep 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Why are you interested in an internship at a Fidelity Investor Center?
What they are checking: Whether they understand the branch setting and have real interest in client-facing finance.
Tell me about a time you gave great customer service.
What they are checking: Whether they already show the service habits the posting says interns need.
Tell me about a project where you had to work with a team toward a deadline.
What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well on the significant work assignments the internship includes.
How do you take feedback from a mentor or manager?
What they are checking: Whether they are coachable, since the program is built around ongoing coaching.
What do you hope to learn about yourself over ten weeks here?
What they are checking: Whether they have thoughtful goals for the internship and their career.
What would you do
A client asks you a question you do not know the answer to. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they admit gaps and find the right expert instead of guessing.
How would you handle a client who is frustrated while waiting to see a consultant?
What they are checking: Whether they can keep clients comfortable and calm in a busy branch.
The internship is full-time on-site from June 7 to August 13, 2027. Can you commit to that?
What they are checking: Whether they can meet the program dates and on-site requirement.
About the work
How would you explain what a mutual fund is to someone who has never invested?
What they are checking: Whether they can make basic investing ideas simple and accurate.
What is one thing happening in the markets or economy right now that interests you?
What they are checking: Whether they follow financial news and are curious about the industry.
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