Investment Analyst, Rotational Program (Hybrid)

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University in State College, PA, invites applicants for a two-year Analyst, Investments program starting June 2027. This full-time role offers a rotational experience within the Office of Investment Management, exposing you to global markets, asset allocation, and investment strategies while collaborating with senior staff.

Ideal candidates are graduates with strong analytical and communication skills, eager to learn, and ready to contribute in a fiduciary environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree; strong academic record.
• Interest in investment management and asset allocation.
• Ability to analyze data and present insights clearly.
• Wamiliarity with financial markets and research methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform asset class reviews, portfolio analysis, and monitor investments.
• Conduct market research across global public and private markets.
• Support investment decision making with economic analyses and trends.
• Assist senior staff on special projects.
• Contribute to investment risk discussions and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Communication

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Critical thinking

Quantitative analysis

Comfort with ambiguity

CFA/CAIA interest

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Copilot

Job description

Penn State University in State College, PA, invites applicants for a two-year Analyst, Investments program starting June 2027. This full-time role offers a rotational experience within the Office of Investment Management, exposing you to global markets, asset allocation, and investment strategies while collaborating with senior staff.

Ideal candidates are graduates with strong analytical and communication skills, eager to learn, and ready to contribute in a fiduciary environment.