About the role#
The State Universities Retirement System is hiring Investment Analyst Interns for the Winter and Summer 2027 terms. This role offers students hands-on experience working with investment experts at a public pension fund. You will gain insight into fixed income, equity, hedge funds, and private market mandates while developing skills for investment decision making.
What you'll do#
- Assist investment staff in managing defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
- Create and evaluate total plan investment risk reporting.
- Participate in the selection and evaluation of investment managers.
- Use investment software for risk analytics and operational tasks.
- Lead a project to identify opportunities for using AI tools within the investment team.
- Analyze direct and indirect portfolio exposure to AI.
- Assist with responses to FOIA requests regarding investments.
- Complete special projects and reports to support the investment office.
What you'll need#
- An interest in a career in investments.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency with computers, specifically the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Current enrollment as a student, preferably in Finance or Economics.
Location & details#
- Location: Champaign, Illinois.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Compensation: $23.50 per hour.
- Schedule: Spring interns work approximately 10 hours per week from January through May. Summer interns work up to 29 hours per week from May through August.
- Perks: Free parking is provided.
About State Universities Retirement System
State Universities Retirement System is a government agency founded in 1941. It manages retirement, survivor, and disability benefits for over 250,000 members. The organization serves 61 employers across Illinois, including state universities and community colleges. It maintains offices in Champaign and Naperville with a staff of 153 people.
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