Summer Internship

Job Description

About Ariel Investments

Ariel Investments is a boutique asset management firm focused on delivering exceptional investment returns through a diverse and unconventional approach. They are value investors who prioritize a deliberate, independent, and patient investment strategy.

Key Values:

• Diversity of Perspectives: Ariel believes that bringing diverse perspectives together is crucial to achieving superior investment outcomes.
• Unconventional Thinking: They are not afraid to challenge conventional wisdom and embrace a unique perspective to outperform benchmarks.
• Independent & Patient Approach: They prioritize long-term value creation and avoid short-term market trends.
• Fiduciary Responsibility: They are committed to upholding the best interests of all shareholders, regardless of their investment size.
• Teamwork: Ariel emphasizes collaboration and believes that teamwork is essential to success. They have co-CEOs, John Rogers and Mellody Hobson, who share a vision of fostering leadership, curiosity, focus, and discipline.
• Nimble & Efficient: They maintain a streamlined and agile organization, allowing for quick decision-making and efficient operations.
• Fanatical & Intentional: They are passionate and dedicated to achieving excellence in all aspects of their business.
• Empowering Employees: Ariel encourages its employees to reach their full potential and provides the resources and support to do so.

Commitment:

Ariel remains dedicated to its clients, employees, and the community, striving to be best-in-class investors and pioneers in the financial industry.

Summer Internship Program

Ariel Investments’ summer internship program offers college students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the financial services industry. Interns will work directly with seasoned professionals, learning about various business channels and gaining valuable leadership experience.

Program Highlights:

• Real Job, Real Impact: Internships are designed to provide meaningful work with tangible results.
• Immersive Experience: Interns are fully immersed in the day-to-day operations of one of Ariel’s departments.
• Learning & Development: The program includes ongoing information sessions about the firm, professional development workshops, self-guided learning opportunities, and networking events.
• Department-Specific Training: Interns receive targeted training to support their success within their assigned department.

Responsibilities:

• Complete tasks and projects assigned by supervisors.
• Collaborate with teammates on projects and ideas.
• Manage multiple projects effectively.
• Present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Participate in professional learning workshops.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• College sophomore, junior, or senior preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (oral & written).
• Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient multitasker.
• Strong presentation skills.

Education Requirements:

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

Key Competencies:

• Action Oriented: Enjoys challenging work and takes initiative.
• Comfort Around Higher Management: Can confidently interact with senior managers and understand their perspectives.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Adapts well to change and can make decisions with incomplete information.
• Listening: Practices attentive and active listening and can accurately summarize others’ viewpoints.
• Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly in new situations and enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
• Process Management: Understands how to organize people and activities efficiently and can streamline complex processes.
• Time Management: Uses time effectively and prioritizes tasks efficiently.

Required Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite