Private Investments Intern (Summer 2027)

Focus Financial Partners; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Financial Partners in Boston offers a Private Investments Internship through SCS, Focus Partners Family Office and OCIO. The program runs June 8–August 13, 2027 (10 weeks) and combines research, mentorship, and exposure to private markets across asset classes including private equity, private credit, real assets, and ESG/impact investing.

Interns will work on-site 4–5 days per week, conduct market research, analyze external managers, and develop investment collateral for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and Spring 2028.
• GPA of 3.5+ preferred.
• Strong research, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Boston.
• Permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to complete required assessments and a digital video interview.

Responsibilities

• Conduct macro & market research to support the investment team and develop views on economy trajectories.
• Analyze external managers qualitatively and quantitatively, including meetings with PMs/analysts and performance analysis.
• Develop investment collateral (written and presentation) for clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in progress

Tools

Salesforce

Airtable

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Program Dates: June 8 - August 13, 2027 (10 weeks)

SCS, Focus Partners Family Office and OCIO is seeking interested students for the Private Investments Internship. This role will provide the opportunity to learn and participate in all facets of the asset management industry, working directly with our investment team to help research, analyze, and develop global investment strategies and opportunities for our clients. SCS has an active investment program with dedicated teams across all asset classes including private equity (including buyouts, venture capital, and growth equity), private credit, real assets (real estate, natural resources), and ESG/impact investing. Interns will be expected to work closely with each asset class team, conduct and present findings of specialized research projects, and participate in external investment manager meetings.

The Focus internship program combines meaningful work experience with onboarding and training, mentorship, executive speaker sessions, firmwide networking, social and community engagement opportunities, formal performance feedback, and priority consideration for a full-time Analyst, Private Investments role based on performance and business needs.

Interns in this position will work on-site 4-5 days per week.

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct macro & market research to help the investment team better understand the current environment and form a view on how the economy may evolve going forward. This may include specialized topics, such as ESG and Impact Investing landscape, or industry specific deep dives.
• Analyze external managers from both a qualitative and quantitative perspective. This will entail having calls (or meetings) with portfolio managers & analysts, developing a thorough understanding of the philosophy & process, and quantitative analysis on returns to differentiate between beta & alpha.
• Develop investment collateral (in both written and presentation format) to be delivered to a variety of stakeholders (existing clients, prospective clients, and internal employees), based on analyses undertaken directly by the candidate and team members.

Qualifications

• Students currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and Spring 2028
• Preferred GPA of 3.5+
• Aptitude for learning deep intellectual concepts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on projects effectively
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, Teams, SharePoint), Salesforce and Airtable a plus
• Ability to work and commute out of SCS's Boston office
• Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to complete required assessments and a digital video interview as part of the application process

This position is a non-exempt position. The base pay for this role is expected to be $25/hr. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate's experience and education.

SCS, Focus Partners Family Office and OCIO is a fiduciary wealth and investment management firm serving some of the world's most ambitious wealth creators-ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions. SCS exists to transform wealth into possibility, helping its clients protect and amplify their capital, align it with their purpose, and build multi-generational legacies.

SCS delivers an integrated family office and investment platform that brings together sophisticated multi-asset class portfolio management, access to private investments, holistic wealth and estate planning, next-generation education, and purpose-driven advisory. SCS is supported by a modern, scalable technology infrastructure that enhances its ability to deliver a seamless, proactive, white-glove client experience.

SCS is part of Focus, a leading financial services firm comprised of wealth management, family office, and business management services. Learn more at scsfinancial.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

EEO Statement

Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate's skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.

Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]

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