About the role#
Y Analytics is the internal team at TPG focused on measuring and improving the environmental and social impact of investments. As a Research Assistant, you will support efforts to analyze the impact of potential and current investments. You will help drive performance on sustainability factors across the firm's global portfolio and contribute to thought leadership. This role involves working with teams on research, deal work, and direct engagement with portfolio companies.
What you'll do#
- Conduct and synthesize market research to support investment analysis.
- Assist with research on topics such as human capital management, climate, environmental health and safety, and external stakeholder relations.
- Prepare materials for thought leadership projects.
- Use AI-enabled research and productivity tools to support team objectives.
- Engage with portfolio companies to improve their sustainability performance.
What you'll need#
- You are an undergraduate student who has completed at least two years of study, or a graduate student.
- You are pursuing a degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sustainability, Business, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Demonstrated interest or experience in responsible investing, corporate social responsibility, climate, finance, or impact investing.
- Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Clear written and spoken communication skills in English.
- Ability to conduct research and synthesize findings efficiently.
- Experience with sustainability reporting frameworks like SASB or GRI is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a remote internship for Summer 2027, running from early June to late August.
- Candidates must be located in one of the following states during the internship: AZ, CA, DC, FL, GA, IL, NJ, NY, TN, TX, VA, WI, AR, CO, IN, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NH, NC, OH, PA, SC, UT, WA, or WY.
- This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week.
- Compensation is $22.50 per hour.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available.
About TPG
TPG is a global alternative asset management firm founded in 1992. Based in San Francisco, the company manages $306 billion in assets. It operates through diverse investment strategies including private equity, credit, real estate, and impact. The firm employs nearly 3,000 people across international offices.
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