Public Equities Intern

New York State Teachers' Retirement System • Albany, NY

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Equities Division is seeking a motivated, analytical and intellectual curious student intern to support our investment staff. The intern will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects that may include evaluating investment opportunities, performing research on external strategies, contributing to portfolio management processes, trade execution and trading cost analysis. This internship provides hand-on experience within a professional institution investment environment at a top ten US public pension plan.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s or master’s degree program in finance, accounting, business management, data science or a closely related major, with at least one semester remaining to complete all degree requirements following the internship
• Must be a rising junior, rising senior, or a graduate student by Summer 2027
• Must hold unrestricted work authorization
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
• High degree of integrity and commitment to fiduciary responsibility

Nice To Haves

• Highly organized, proactive, and eagerness to learn
• Interest in institutional investing
• Effective communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with research, including sector analyses, manager reviews and industry trends across public markets
• Support portfolio monitoring, including performance measurement, risk analytics and reporting
• Help prepare materials for internal meetings, investment committee discussions, board meetings and due diligence sessions
• Participate in meetings with external investment managers
• Contribute to special projects, such as operational initiatives, asset allocation, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern