2026 Sophomore Summer Analyst, Engineering

Athene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is offering a Summer Program for students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in data analytics or software development. The 10-week immersive program will provide exposure to innovative investment strategies while working in dynamic teams.

Responsibilities include partnering on projects, streamlining workflows, and leveraging technology solutions. The role emphasizes strong communication and technical skills. Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $85,000 with eligibility for bonuses.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with excellent academic record.
• Very strong communication skills both orally and written.
• Strong skills in applicable programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Partner with professionals on projects across the team.
• Work on the Innovation team to streamline activities.
• Research and implement streamlined technologies across business lines.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Python

Java

Problem-solving

SQL or NoSQL Database

Rest or GraphQL

Knowledge of Financial markets

Collaborative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, software development, or computer science

Job description

Position Overview

Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth.

Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes.

Summer Program Overview

Our 10-week Summer Program provides students with an exceptional learning opportunity. The program provides full immersion into the small, dynamic teams that drive Apollo’s innovative investment strategies and access to an unparalleled apprenticeship learning experience. The program includes mentoring, citizenship projects, unique learning experiences, networking, social events, and a speaker series with senior leaders. You will work closely day-to-day with colleagues at every level, experiencing what it means to be a member of the Apollo community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with junior and senior level professionals on a range of projects across the team.
• Help transform how the firm operates as a member of the growing Innovation team.
• Work alongside investment professionals helping to streamline day-to-day activities and create a more efficient business workflow.
• Partner with other technology teams and SMEs to provide an end-to-end solution.
• Research, develop, and implement streamlined technologies across all business lines.
• Utilize modern technology to develop solutions and platforms for the organization.
• Move easily between big-picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
• Lead investigation of ideas and facilitate execution of discovery efforts, including smart experiments and proofs of concept.
• Act as innovation liaison for key stakeholders, leaders, subject matter experts, and external parties.
• Act with a sense of urgency and collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and remove roadblocks that impede time to value on innovation ideas.
• Share successful experiments across the enterprise to determine other potential use cases.

Qualifications & Experience

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, software development, computer science or engineering (Class of 2028) with an excellent academic record and a demonstrated interest in finance and technology through previous internships, jobs, and coursework.
• Very strong and clear communication skills both orally and written.
• Strong skills in Python, Java, or another OO language.
• Ability to problem solve, debug, and learn new analytical tools.
• Experience with SQL or NoSQL Database (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Familiarity with Rest or GraphQL.
• Knowledge of Financial markets and/or fintech.
• A collaborative thinker who can also work independently, multitask, and prioritize competing demands to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• A proactive and organized self‑starter with a positive attitude, powerful work ethic, and strong attention to detail.

Competitive Compensation

Pay Range: $80,000–$85,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors, including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.

EEO Statement

Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity. The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.