About the role#
The 10-week MBA Internship Program provides exposure to investment management. You will work alongside Investment Directors to support client portfolios and research projects. The program begins with an orientation and training to introduce you to our data, research resources, and investment teams. You will act as a member of the investment team and take on individual responsibility for client relationships.
What you'll do#
- Create and develop diversified portfolios to support return goals and manage volatility.
- Conduct financial analyses and prepare materials for client meetings.
- Evaluate and select investment managers across all asset classes, including private equity, hedge funds, and venture capital.
- Lead an Investment Due Diligence project to assess investment managers.
- Collaborate with Investment Directors on current client portfolios.
- Engage in direct client interaction and presentations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an MBA or similar advanced degree program, entering your final year of coursework.
- A record of high academic achievement.
- Demonstrated interest in investments, capital markets, or quantitative fields.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail and the ability to work well in a team.
- Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
- Prior investment experience and graduate coursework in capital markets are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with an expectation to be in the office 3 days per week.
- Employment: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: Paid position with a prorated salary based on $150,000 annually, plus a sign-on bonus.
About Cambridge Associates
Cambridge Associates is a global investment firm founded in 1973. Based in Boston, the company provides portfolio management services to institutional investors, private clients, and family offices. It maintains offices in major financial centers across the globe. The firm employs 1,882 people.
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