Investment Intern

Home Office Careers•Rock Island, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Investment Internship Are you a driven and ambitious student pursuing a degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting? Modern Woodmen of America is offering an incredible opportunity to join our investment team as an intern for the summer of 2026. You will gain firsthand experience while collaborating with seasoned portfolio managers, analyzing financial markets, and contributing to the development of innovative investment strategies. This internship will not only enhance your data analytics and research skills but also provide you with invaluable insights into the world of finance. Modern Woodmen of America is the nation’s third largest fraternal benefit society with assets over $18B. Fraternal benefit societies are unique membership organizations with peculiar names that pair the “member owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks. Modern Woodmen’s summer internships are ideal for current college students interested in exploring the financial services industry. The program offers an opportunity for students to gain real-life work experience related to their studies while connecting with a mentor in their field. Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883 SM and exists for our members. We make long-term decisions that provide stability for our employees, financial representatives, and members. Respect for Personal Time : We offer vacation, flexible start time between 7:00AM and 9:00AM, and paid holidays. Great Culture : We build strong working relationships across our organization through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities. A Beautiful Office: Enjoy a beautiful view! Our home office, located in downtown Rock Island, IL, has a lovely plaza overlooking the Mississippi River. On-site café: Our employees can purchase a variety of breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883. A Thriving Local Community: Not from the Quad Cities and hesitant to consider relocation? Give it some thought. The Quad Cities offers an idyllic Midwestern lifestyle along the mighty Mississippi and consistently ranks at the top of the list for quality of life and cost of living. It is home to more than our share of artists, festivals, and fun in every season.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or accounting or master’s degree in finance.
Strong data analytics skills.
Strong research skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based programs.

Responsibilities

Evaluate current financial markets, trends, and the overall economic landscape to make recommendations to the Investment department.
Follow and maintain relevant market information to prepare written/oral reports.
Perform fundamental company-specific analysis from both a quantitative and a qualitative standpoint.
Assist with development and implementation of enhanced Bloomberg reporting and analysis.
Design criteria and parameters for research analysis on market trends, strategies, industries, sectors, geography, and other topics.