About the role#
The Hard Assets Natural Resources intern joins our active management team in New York. You will work closely with analysts and portfolio managers to conduct research and due diligence on stocks within energy, mining, agriculture, and industrials. This is a full-time, paid summer internship for 2027.
What you'll do#
- Complete projects that improve or expand our team valuation tools and research databases.
- Build or customize company models and supply/demand models.
- Research companies in energy, including exploration, production, oilfield services, and renewables.
- Analyze oil and natural gas as commodities.
- Gather data from public files, company websites, Bloomberg, and other sources to update our databases.
- Speak with sell-side analysts and company representatives to collect industry information.
- Contribute to the generation of new investment themes and ideas.
What you'll need#
- You are currently entering your junior year or higher in a 4-year college program, majoring in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
- Strong interest in equity research, financial markets, and financial modeling.
- Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and the internet.
- Good communication skills and a professional demeanor.
- A roll up your sleeves work ethic.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Previous corporate experience is a plus but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This position is paid.
About VanEck
VanEck is an investment management firm based in New York. Founded in 1955, the company provides both active and passive investment strategies. It manages portfolios across asset classes including international equities, gold, and digital assets. The firm currently employs between 201 and 500 people.
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