Program Dates: June 9 – August 14, 2026 (10 weeks)

Position Summary

NorthCoast Asset Management (NCAM) is an active investment management firm founded in 1988 and based in Greenwich, Connecticut with almost $5 billion in assets and ~50 employees. The firm provides investment solutions for individuals, financial advisors, and institutions. We believe a thoroughly researched and systematic investment process grounded in common sense will outperform intuition over time.

NCAM is looking for a full-time intern to team up with our portfolio management and research groups.

Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance may be considered early for a full-time position following graduation.

Primary Responsibilities

• automate and streamline reports through Python or Excel VBA
• improve portfolio monitoring and trading tools
• assist portfolio managers with ad-hoc assignments and research
• participate in investment discussions with the options team
• submit case studies to enhance on-site learning

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, economics, engineering, computer science, math, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date between December 2026 and Spring 2027
• Successfully complete assessments within 5 days of receiving the link.
• Ability to work and commute out of NCAM’s Stamford, CT office 5 days per week; relocation assistance is not provided
• Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on projects effectively
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, Teams, SharePoint)
• Programming experience (Python, VBA)
• CFA or similar designation preferred
• Excited about a career in investment management

This position is a non-exempt position. The base pay for this role is expected to be $20-25/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.

Focus is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. Focus provides access to best practices, greater resources, and continuity planning for its affiliated advisory firms, which serve individuals, families, employers, and institutions with comprehensive financial services. Focus firms and their clients benefit from the solutions, synergies, scale, economics, and best practices offered by Focus to achieve their business objectives. For more information about Focus, please visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com.

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