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Summer Analyst Internship Program

Cambridge Associates ("CA") is a leading global investment firm. CA's goal is to help endowments & foundations, pension plans, and ultra-high net worth private clients implement and manage custom investment portfolios that generate outperformance so that they can maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, and investment consulting.

Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, CA has offices in key markets in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Our worldwide teams ensure our clients benefit from decades of global presence, local expertise, and relationships with the top global investment managers across the world.

The 10-week Summer Analyst internship program offers a comprehensive introduction to investment management, providing immediate, hands-on experience working alongside Investment Analysts (IAs) with a range of backgrounds. Interns participate in a robust orientation and training program that familiarizes them with CA's data, research resources, client work, and investment teams. Throughout the program, interns collaborate closely with both Global Investment Services (GIS) and Global Investment Research (GIR), gaining valuable exposure to portfolio construction, asset allocation, and investment due diligence. This immersive experience delivers a well-rounded understanding of investment management.

Position Specifics

• Location of Position: Arlington, VA; Boston, MA; Dallas, TX; San Francisco, CA
• Program Length: 10-week program from early-June to mid-August (open to rising seniors: Class of 2028)
• Office Requirement: Summer Analysts are expected to work in their assigned office at least 4 days per week with the option to work from home 1 day per week
• Base Pay/Salary: Arlington, VA; Boston, MA; Dallas, TX: $30 / hour, San Francisco, CA: $33 / hour
• Expected Hours: Summer Interns are expected to work 40 hours per week
• Additionally, offer includes sign-on bonus

Responsibilities

• Partner with Investment Analysts to assess investment managers' portfolios; gather and evaluate historical asset allocation, spending and performance data
• Support investment manager due diligence by conducting in-depth research and analysis on global markets, sectors, and managers.
• Collaborate with Investment Directors and Analysts to support client inquiries
• Prepare exhibits and other presentation documentation
• Attend meetings with top-tier investment managers
• Conduct research utilizing firm resources for capstone research project

We Offer

• In-depth orientation and training program that introduces interns to Cambridge Associates and investment management as well as self-guided learning opportunities through our online learning platforms
• Structured mentorship program, which partners each intern with tenured Investment Analyst who serve as key resource during intern program
• High exposure to Investment Directors through team-based environment and leadership lunches
• Opportunity to evaluate top-tier Investment Managers.
• Opportunity to work on current client portfolios and gain broad exposure across all asset classes
• Outings and other events, including service projects, to promote team collaboration and corporate citizenship

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (all majors) with a record of high academic achievement, 3.3 GPA minimum
• Eagerness to explore and learn more about capital markets and the investment industry
• Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and prioritization, and an ability to operate effectively in a team environment
• Proficient with MS Office suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship or restriction now or in the future

Base salary range for this role:

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In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity.

The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.