Sr. Investment Management Internship - Summer 2027

At Zurich, your ideas count. We provide growth opportunities, an inclusive environment and strong support – so you can play an active role in shaping the future of insurance.  

About Us:

Zurich Alternative Asset Management, LLC (“ZAAM”) is currently looking for a Senior Investments Management Intern to join the team in the Summer of 2027, of approximately 30 investment professionals, based out of New York, NY. 

ZAAM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Insurance Group. ZAAM was established in 2006 to manage hedge funds, private equity, and real estate investments solely for Zurich affiliates worldwide. ZAAM currently manages approximately USD 6 billion of assets. 

The Role:

ZAAM is seeking at least one intern to begin in summer 2027 for approximately three months. (With the potential to extend the internship during the school year and/or the following summer, subject to business needs.) 

The Investment Management Intern will contribute to the ongoing work of the hedge fund, private equity, and real estate, teams. 

As an intern, you will work directly with each member of the ZAAM team. The internship will have exposure to all three asset classes in ZAAM (PE, HF, RE) but will be assigned to focus on 1, possibly 2 asset classes with specific project work and support for that group.

You will learn:

• Market and industry research related to hedge funds, private equity or real estate
• Due diligence analysis related to hedge funds, private equity or real estate
• High-level functional roles related to Asset Management processes and procedure
• Alternative Asset systems, such as Yardi, Allocator, Burgiss, Dynamo, and Various Data Analysis tools
• Effective communication (written and verbal)

Other Development Opportunities:

• Final presentation to the entire ZAAM group via a summer research project
• Exposure to Senior business partners throughout the organization
• Career Growth

 Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an advanced degrees program (MBA, MS, or Ph.D.) or will be enrolled by the fall of 2027 
  AND
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution
• Be legally eligible to work in the U.S. indefinitely   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an advanced degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or other relevant STEM areas
• Taken coursework in finance, accounting, statistics, and/or investments

Preferred Skills:

• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills; experience summarizing and presenting information in a way that provides clarity and interest
• Possess Quantitative/programming background
• Demonstrate attention to detail and professional maturity
• Adhere to confidentiality with the handling of sensitive materials
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently in support of the project and team goals
• Possess problem-solving skills, including identification of issues, and offering tangible solutions
• Show familiarity with private equity, hedge fund, and real estate concepts

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us.

The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. For this position, the hourly range is $64.50. 

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolictied CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location: 
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship: No

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