Description

Raymond James Overview

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could be the place you build a career beyond your expectations.

Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management.

At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options.

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Internship Program Overview

Raymond James is the place where good people grow and nowhere is that better demonstrated than in our internship program. During the 9-week immersive experience, you will engage with and implement the firm's core values through our five guiding behaviors. Featuring a comprehensive orientation, onsite and remote training sessions in professional development, networking events, a speaker series, and volunteer opportunities, you will be equipped with knowledge of the business and culture to help you build relationships and develop skillsets for the internship and your future.

To be eligible for the summer 2024 internship program, you must be a junior or senior standing candidate pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a business, marketing/advertising, communications, or any related arts or sciences field that provides a grounding in research, analysis and communications (e.g., economics, psychology, math, philosophy, sociology, statistics, political science, etc.) field with a graduate date of May 2025. Most positions are based in St. Petersburg with other available locations depending on company need.

Candidates who successfully complete the internship program have the opportunity to transition into a full-time role at Raymond James after graduation.

Department Overview:

Communications

The Communications team encompasses internal, external and executive communications for the firm. Team members provide support and implementation for communication strategy, messaging and planning to increase understanding of the firm's corporate vision, business strategies and individual projects among various internal and/or external audiences. Team members in this role regularly manage communication channel content, track and report data related to specific channels, content, and campaigns, and provide research and tactical support for new communication channels.

Agency Services:

The Marketing department includes a full-service agency including graphic designers, project managers, account managers, creative directors, video editors, web designers, and copywriters. Marketing management associates on this team work primarily in our account and project management teams and support marketing strategies and manage campaigns for business units, financial advisors and other internal clients.

Marketing Strategy & Branding:

This team develops and implements marketing initiatives to build the Raymond James brand by supporting corporate clients and Raymond James national campaigns. The key marketing strategy functions for the firm include media planning and buying, digital advertising, marketing automation, account planning, and direct marketing.

Marketing Insights & Technology:

This team performs data analysis utilizing data mining techniques to address a variety of business opportunities, while also producing research studies that summarize marketing insights in order for leaders to make educated business decisions. Team members answer business questions through algorithms, surveys, and other advanced technical tools to develop and evaluate a broad spectrum of analytics for large data sets. This team regularly works with leadership team to identify and analyze business programs, documents, implement, and present marketing insights to various internal customers.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, Marketing Development interns get hands-on experience and exposure to various functional departments within Raymond James Marketing. The Marketing Development Internship offers different areas of focus depending on the candidate's experience and interest. Designed for students looking for exposure to a variety of marketing functions, the Marketing Development internship offers cross-functional and hands-on experience in the areas of account management, product management, research and analysis, corporate communications, and marketing strategy. Projects are assigned based on their interests and the needs of each department within Marketing. High potential candidates must demonstrate excellent academic performance; an interest in marketing; and strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

Internship Length: 9 weeks

Start Date : May 28, 2024

End Date: August 2, 2024

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support teams to plan, develop, and execute initiatives in marketing, communication and analyst functions.
• Perform competitive market analysis to identify areas of opportunity.
• Preparing and presenting project work.
• Complete projects related to branding, content creation, and social media marketing.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide support with various ad-hoc projects as assigned by the marketing team.
• Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Business and/or marketing processes
• Basic concepts, practices, and procedures of project management, research and analysis.
• Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a professional office environment.
• Basic concepts, principles, and practices of an assigned business unit.

Skill in:

• Organization, planning, and time management.
• Exercising judgment and self-direction to independently complete projects.
• Business and communication skills sufficient to work in a professional environment.
• Operating standard office equipment and using, or having the ability to learn, required software applications.

Ability to:

• Exercise initiative and problem-solving skills to independently resolve issues.
• Self-manage and prioritize projects and responsibilities.
• Learn new procedures independently and accurately.
• Learn new software packages and systems thoroughly and efficiently.
• Work across functional areas and teams to accomplish objectives.
• Read, interpret, analyze, and apply information from a variety of sources.
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Provide a high level of customer service.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in business, marketing/advertising, communications, or any related arts or sciences field that provides a grounding in research, analysis and communications (e.g., economics, psychology, math, philosophy, sociology, statistics, political science, etc.) field
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications:

• None Required.

Location

Hybrid position – St. Petersburg office

• No travel required.

Raymond James Guiding Behaviors:

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 

We expect our associates at all levels to:

•   Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•   Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•   Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•   Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•   Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic self, our organization, clients and communities thrive, it is part of our part of our people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Raymond James is a diversified financial services company providing wealth management, capital markets, asset management, banking and other services to individuals, corporations and municipalities. Founded in 1962 in St. Petersburg, Florida, the firm now has locations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Germany, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF