Summer Internship Program
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Job Description
About Russell Investments
Russell Investments is a global investment management firm with over $270 billion in assets under management (AUM). They offer a variety of investment solutions, including:
• Equities: A range of equity strategies, including actively managed and index-based portfolios.
• Fixed Income: Fixed income strategies designed to meet specific investment objectives.
• Alternatives: Access to alternative investments such as private equity, real estate, and hedge funds.
• ESG and Active Ownership: Focus on responsible investing practices, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
Summer Internship Program
Russell Investments’ Summer Internship Program is a full-time, 10-12 week program designed to provide students with real-world experience in investment management. Interns are considered full members of their respective teams and contribute to meaningful projects.
Key Features of the Program:
• Rewarding Learning Experience: Gain valuable hands-on experience and learn from industry experts.
• Career Head Start: Prepare for a full-time role in investment management through diverse exposure to different areas of the business.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across the Investment Division and build relationships with senior leaders and external partners.
• Personalized Mentoring: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals to enhance individual development.
• Collaborative Team Culture: Embrace a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
Job Description
Who They Are Looking For:
• Background: Students with coursework in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Accounting, or Computer Science.
• Experience: Undergraduate students, preferably finishing their sophomore or junior year.
• Skills: Full-time availability (40 hours per week) for 10-12 weeks. Strong intellectual curiosity, “people first” mentality, and integrity. Genuine interest in financial markets.
• Bonus Skills: Data analytics (Excel, Power BI), Programming skills (SQL, Python, or R).
Intern Position Examples:
• Trading – Global Trading Management: Analyze trading activity, develop execution methodologies, and manage data to gain insights and improve implementation capabilities.
• Alternatives – Private Markets Manager Research: Analyze fund managers and their strategies in private markets, including venture capital, real estate, private debt, responsible investing, and buyouts. Conduct quantitative analysis and write reports for portfolio managers and analysts.
• Equities – Portfolio Management: Collaborate with portfolio managers and analysts on various aspects of investment management, including portfolio implementation, analysis, investment process, and reporting.
• ESG and Active Ownership – Investment Research: Support responsible investing initiatives by contributing to proxy voting analysis, reviewing ESG disclosures, and preparing materials for stock-specific engagement opportunities.
To Apply:
• Application Deadline: Monday, October 21
• Start Date: Tuesday, May 27 or Monday, June 16
• Location: Seattle
• Pay Range: $29.00 – $31.00 per hour
Important Notes:
• Visa Requirements: The internship program is not open to applicants on F-1 or J-1 visas or those requiring future employment-based immigration sponsorship.
• Graduation Date: Graduation date should be no earlier than December 2025. Preference is given to sophomores and juniors.
• Application Process: Applications are reviewed between October 22-30. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews between November 4-15. Team placement will be determined by late November/early December.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Russell Investments is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and associates, regardless of protected characteristics.
