2027 ARS Research Summer Intern

GCM Grosvenor, Chicago, Illinois +1

The role

The ten-week internship program in Chicago is designed to provide an introduction to the alternative investment industry. Interns receive real-world experience that will foster professional development while complementing their studies. Internships in the Investments department are geared towards rising seniors pursuing a career in the investment management industry.

The Research department’s primary focus is to identify, underwrite, and monitor investments within alternative investment managers and related opportunities on a global basis using a variety of investment strategies such as credit, equities, macro, quant, relative value, or multi-strategy.

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities

Perform thorough qualitative and quantitative analysis of existing and potential investments in hedge fund managers across various strategies and regions.
Track, analyze, and interpret trends in specific strategies and the related capital markets.

The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following

Qualified candidates will be Juniors/third years, pursuing BA/BS with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field with superior academic performance.
Strong interest in and knowledge of the investment industry, particularly the alternative investment industry. Applicable coursework or previous internship in the field of investments or financial markets are beneficial but not required.
Superior written and verbal communication skills. The ability to articulate thoughts in a clear and concise manner to both clients and staff through written correspondence, presentations and in meetings.
Must be flexible and adaptable with the ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment with shifts in workflow priorities under tight time constraints.
Excellent work ethic, high degree of professionalism and integrity, and commitment to team in a goal-oriented environment.
Superior organization, critical decision making and problem-solving skills with the demonstrated initiative and ability to manage tasks and projects independently from start to finish in a cross functional team environment.
Strong attention to detail and concern for quality and accuracy of final product, and ability to balance that concern with deadlines.
Team player, self-starter, independent and critical thinker.
Flexible schedule which allows for certain late nights and weekends depending upon the workload.
The ability to recognize the requirements of confidentiality.
Highly proficient with Excel, Word, and Outlook

Intern positions are classified as short-term roles and therefore are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, or the 401(k) plan.

This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, or other employment-based visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants requiring future sponsorship for continued work authorization (for example, following F-1 OPT/CPT, or J-1 status) are not eligible.

Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

2027 ARS Research Summer Intern

The role

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities

2027 ARS Research Summer Intern

The role

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities

The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following

Chicago annual pay range

About GCM Grosvenor

Similar jobs at other companies

2027 Index Rebalancing Quantitative Research Intern

2027 Quantitative Research Intern

Research Field Specialist Intern - Huntington (Summer 2027)

2027 PhD Quantitative Research Intern

2027 PhD Summer Associate, Machine Learning Research

Quantitative Researcher, Intern (Summer 2027)

GCM Grosvenor