About the role#
Cerity Partners Ventures College is a 12-week, unpaid, remote externship program for undergraduate students. The program runs during the Winter 2027 term and accepts a cohort of up to 10 students. It is designed to fit alongside your existing academic workload, requiring approximately five hours of commitment per week.
What you'll do#
- Participate in weekly one-hour Zoom classes covering venture capital fundamentals, including fund formation, deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management.
- Work directly with investment professionals to gain hands-on experience.
- Conduct industry research to support the investment team.
- Source and evaluate potential venture capital investment opportunities.
- Present a summary of your experience and key learnings to the team at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program, with preference given to juniors and seniors.
- A strong desire to learn and a superior work ethic.
- Uncompromising attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- An impressive academic record.
- The ability to manage a full academic workload alongside extracurricular responsibilities.
Location & details#
- This is a fully remote position based in the United States.
- This program is unpaid.
About Cerity Partners
Cerity Partners is a financial services firm that provides investment advice and wealth planning. The company serves high-net-worth individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Its professional staff includes financial planners, tax advisors, and attorneys. Based in New York, the firm operates as a private partnership with over 1,600 employees.
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