About the role#
This summer internship program offers undergraduate students the chance to work within our investment division. You will join a team as a full member, contributing to projects while learning from experienced professionals. The program is designed to provide broad exposure to our business and prepare you for a future career in investment management.
What you'll do#
- Research fund managers and strategies for private markets.
- Analyze portfolios and prepare reports on private market investments.
- Assist portfolio managers with reporting, risk and return analysis, attribution, pre/post-trade analytics, and investment process improvements.
- Produce standard reporting and conduct ad-hoc performance analysis.
- Manage historical performance streams and perform reconciliations of performance data.
- Provide research and analytical support on products, competitors, new markets, and client segments.
- Analyze client, market, and product data to help identify new business opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student, preferably finishing your sophomore or junior year.
- Relevant coursework in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Accounting, or Computer Science.
- A strong interest in financial markets.
- Intellectual curiosity, a people first mentality, and non-negotiable integrity.
- Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week).
- Note: We do not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Work modality: On-site, with a requirement to be in the office at least 4 days per week.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour.
About Russell Investments
Russell Investments provides investment management and consulting services to institutional, intermediary, and individual clients. The firm manages 370 billion dollars in assets across 30 countries. Founded in 1936, it maintains its headquarters in Seattle and operates offices in 17 cities. It specializes in multi-asset solutions and fiduciary management.
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