Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Summer Policy Investment Analyst Internship with Capstone LLC

Capstone is seeking internship candidates to work in Washington, DC as policy investment analysts.

Who is Capstone?

Capstone is a policy analysis and regulatory due diligence firm founded in 2010. Located in Washington, DC, our work explores how policy affects investments in the financial services, health care, and energy sectors. Our clients are some of the world’s biggest and best known investors, and we are growing quickly. http://www.capstonedc.com/

What to expect as a Capstone Intern?

We are looking for intelligent, driven, finance and policy savvy people who can create ideas and have topnotch research skills. You will assist analysts in research and analysis of key policy themes affecting the investment theses of our clients. Most of your time will be spent working on actual research projects with our senior analysts, director of research, and managing partner. You will also attend meetings with key policyplayers. Capstone is an intellectually challenging environment where interns will be asked to take on a significant amount of responsibility. Successful summer interns can receive full-time offers.

What does Capstone look for in an Intern Candidate?
  • Excellent research and analytical skills.
  • A networker, projectseeker, and initiator who is good at hunting for differentiated ways in which government policy can impact investments.
  • Demonstrate persuasive written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work in complex and changing environment. Ability to manage processes and people effectively to meet deadlines.
  • Interest in public policy.
  • Exhibit strong and confident interpersonal skills.
  • Display strong character, professionalism, and integrity.
  • Results oriented.
Our interns are closely mentored by our Director of Research and all full-time analysts, who cover a variety of sectors.

Qualifications:
  • Candidate for a Bachelor's degree or recent graduate of a four-year degree program.
  • High academic achievement
  • Business/Finance/Economics degree or similar are *not* required, but candidates must have demonstrated interest in learning about these areas
  • Junior standing
Desired Start Date: June 1
Hours per Week: 45
Duration: Summer 2015
Application Deadline: May 31, 2015

How to Apply: Email Katie Farias at kfarias@capstonedc.com