Summer Internship

Job Description

About Ariel Alternatives, LLC

Ariel Alternatives, LLC is a private asset management firm affiliated with Ariel Investments, LLC. They are a new enterprise built on a four-decade-old foundation with a focus on scaling sustainable, middle-market, minority-owned businesses and fueling Fortune 500 vendor diversity. Their first initiative, Project Black, reflects their commitment to making a positive impact by investing in a world they want to see.

Ariel Alternatives values a diverse team where every individual, regardless of their role, plays a vital part in their success. They seek subject matter experts who are true to themselves and encourage their teammates to reach their full potential by providing them with the support and resources they need.

Summer Internship Program

The summer internship program at Ariel Alternatives offers college-level students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the financial services industry. Interns will work alongside seasoned experts, learning about different business channels within the firm. This eight-week program is designed to fully immerse motivated students in the day-to-day activities of one of their departments.

The program includes:

• Ongoing information sessions: Interns will learn about the firm, its benefits, and responsibilities, as well as the opportunities within the Ariel Team.
• Professional and self-guided learning: Interns will have the opportunity to develop their skills through structured learning opportunities.
• Networking opportunities: Interns will have the chance to connect with other professionals within the company.
• Department-specific training: Interns will receive training tailored to their assigned department to help them succeed in their roles.

Responsibilities:

• Complete tasks and projects: Interns will work on assigned projects and tasks under the guidance of their supervisor.
• Collaborate with teammates: Interns will work alongside other team members on projects and share ideas.
• Manage multiple projects: Interns will learn to prioritize and manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Present ideas clearly and concisely: Interns will develop their communication skills by presenting their ideas to colleagues.
• Participate in professional learning workshops: Interns will participate in workshops designed to enhance their professional skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Ariel Alternatives seeks candidates who possess the following qualities:

• College sophomore, junior, or senior preferred
• Critical thinker: Able to analyze information and draw logical conclusions.
• Proficiency in MS Office: Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills: Able to effectively analyze data, solve problems, and communicate ideas clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient multitasker: Able to pay attention to detail, manage multiple tasks effectively, and stay organized.
• Strong presentation skills: Able to deliver clear and engaging presentations.

Education

• Preferred or required: Pursuing an undergraduate degree in business administration, economics, finance/accounting, statistics, marketing, communications, and/or computer science/data analytics.

Competencies

Ariel Alternatives prioritizes candidates who demonstrate the following competencies:

• Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard, is action-oriented, and is not afraid to take initiative with minimal planning.
• Comfort Around Higher Management: Can effectively communicate with senior managers, understand their perspectives, and present ideas in a way that resonates with them.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Can adapt to change, work with incomplete information, and handle risk and uncertainty comfortably.
• Listening: Practices attentive and active listening, is patient, and can accurately summarize the viewpoints of others even if they disagree.
• Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new challenges, is open to change, analyzes both successes and failures for improvement, and enjoys tackling unfamiliar tasks.
• Process Management: Understands how to organize people and activities, can create efficient workflows, knows what to measure and how to measure it, and can simplify complex processes.
• Time Management: Uses time effectively and efficiently, values time, prioritizes tasks, and can manage a wide range of activities.

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.