Advocacy & Supervision Intern

EPC Eneric Petroleum Corp.; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apartment-style housing

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Cambridge is seeking an Advocacy and Supervision Intern to work with relationship managers and support daily operations across Compliance, Business Development, and more. You will gain hands-on exposure to data analysis, technology adoption, and process improvements while building professional skills.

The program emphasizes mentorship, career development, and real project impact within a fast-paced financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Finance, Accounting, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong analytical, research, communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and reports to identify opportunities to improve processes and relationships.
• Collect data, run reports, review trends, and discuss findings with leaders.
• Update procedures and training materials; support documentation and workflows.
• Assist with research, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research

Communication

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Learning new technologies

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Copilot

SharePoint

Power BI

Excel

Salesforce

Compass

Job description

Job Summary

The Advocacy and Supervision Intern will join a team that serves as relationship managers for Cambridge financial professionals and helps supervise their daily operations. This internship provides hands-on exposure to financial services operations, supervision, relationship management, data analysis, technology adoption, and process improvement while building analytical, problem-solving, and professional skills.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities

Analyze data and reports to identify opportunities to improve trade review processes, operational workflows, and relationships with financial professionals. Collect data, run reports, review trends, and partner with department leaders to discuss findings and potential solutions. Review and update procedures, training materials, and other resources, or recommend new resources to address identified needs. Support workflow documentation, data analysis, reporting, AI-related projects, system enhancements, and other strategic initiatives. Gain exposure to Compliance, Business Development, Accounting, Operations, and financial professional offices through job shadows and cross-functional collaboration. Assist with research involving sponsor or fund companies, paperwork requirements, client account data, and preparation for financial professional office visits. Use Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot, SharePoint, Power BI, reporting tools, Compass, Excel, Salesforce, and other internal systems.

What We Are Looking For

Current undergraduate student pursuing Finance, Accounting, Business, Marketing, Business Analytics, or a related field. Strong analytical, research, communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills. Attention to detail, persistence, self-motivation, and willingness to try new things. Ability to learn new technologies quickly and use reporting tools, formulas, and data analysis methods. Interest in process improvement, automation, AI solutions, financial services operations, and supervision. Confidence working with others and building effective professional relationships.

Program Summary:

Cambridge's Next Step 11-week paid summer internship program (May 17 - July 30) gives students the opportunity to gain valuable insight into both their chosen field and the financial service industry while working on meaningful projects that contribute to business outcomes. Each intern is partnered with a professional mentor and participates in our professional development program, which includes industry education, career workshops, leadership panels, and networking events. Nearly 30% of interns return to Cambridge as full-time associates.

Location:

All internships are on-site, operating out of our Phoenix, AZ or Fairfield, IA offices. Apartment-style housing is available for Fairfield candidates, and some positions may be eligible to work out of our West Des Moines satellite office.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to accommodate temporary student work authorizations, including initial Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Posting Window:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning in November. Internships are expected to remain posted until January 15, but may close earlier if filled.

Compensation:

$17-$26 per hour depending upon location, role, and year in school. Interns also receive 2 paid holidays and 2 days of paid time off across the summer.

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success. Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance Vacation/sick time 401K retirement plan with company matching program Eleven paid holidays You can find more details about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Cambridge Overview:

Cambridge is a financial solutions firm that provides business support services to thousands of independent financial advisors. These advisors offer personalized investment services including wealth management, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals and families across the country. Cambridge provides significant compliance, technology, and transaction processing support to these financial advisors and their offices. At Cambridge, we're not just offering a job - we're inviting you to join a community where you can make a real impact and grow a fulfilling career. With exceptional development opportunities and a team that truly supports your success, you'll have everything you need to thrive. Learn more about working at Cambridge here.

Culture is at the core of who we are.

We believe great things happen when people work together in a supportive, balanced, and collaborative environment. At Cambridge, your voice matters, friendships flourish, and you'll always feel part of something bigger. Discover our culture here.