Prospective brokers may apply to brokerage firms directly, or register with their college placement bureau and private employment agencies that specialize in this type of position. Newspapers and financial publications sometimes carry advertisements soliciting experienced Securities Brokers or trainees. For current job listings, browse CalJOBS or America's Job Bank . Contact us . Click arrow at bottom left of image to begin.
Most new brokers come directly from college, and some have had previous business experience.
Persons who possess a well-rounded academic background including courses in business and finance have the best employment prospects. Experience in sales or public contact work is regarded as desirable, with particular value placed on positions which involve meeting people with diverse backgrounds and interests. Consideration is also given to recognition achieved for extracurricular campus activities. The larger brokerage houses normally provide a four to six month training program for new hires, including three to four weeks in New York. Following this, the broker will be expected to generate the minimum volume of business stipulated by the firm to maintain employment.