Investment Analyst Intern

Investment Analyst Intern

Department: Investments

Reports to: Director & Head of Liquid Investments and Portfolio Management

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The anticipated pay rate for this position is $18.50 per hour.


Who we are and what we're about:

KU Endowment is an independent, nonprofit organization and the official fundraising foundation for the University of Kansas. We partner with donors in providing philanthropic support to build a greater KU.

As an employee of KU Endowment, you'll witness firsthand the power of our donors' generosity. You will join a talented and fun group of people who are inspired to help KU through the support of loyal alumni and friends. This support fuels excellence, enabling students and faculty to develop innovative programs and research that distinguish the university. We connect the philanthropic passions of donors with the needs of students, faculty and programs - and everyone benefits.

People are engaged. Purpose is ignited. Lives are changed.

What we are looking for:

The Spring 2027 investment internship at KU Endowment provides an opportunity for the successful candidate to interact with some of the world's leading institutional investment managers and work across asset classes to gain experience in portfolio construction, manager selection, risk management, and investment operations.


The KU Endowment provides a permanent source of capital to support current and future generations of Jayhawks. KU Endowment's investment assets are divided among two pools of capital: a $2.8 billion long-term portfolio and a $500m short-term portfolio. These portfolios utilize external managers and are managed by an eight-person team located at KU Endowment's offices on West Campus. The long-term portfolio is invested globally in a diversified set of traditional equities and fixed-income securities as well as alternatives, including hedge funds, private equity, real estate, natural resources, and alternative credit. The short-term portfolio is comprised mainly of fixed-income strategies.


The individual in this position is expected to embrace KU Endowment's stated core values - collaboration, curiosity, empowerment, and excellence - and demonstrate support for them through professional interactions and activities.


What's a typical day look like?

Responsibilities will include quantitative and qualitative research and analysis related to:

• Investment managers
• Asset classes
• Portfolio management
• Asset allocation
• Risk management
• Investment operations.

As the intern progresses through the program, they may be given more latitude to research the topics of most interest to them and the Investment Department.


Regular and reliable attendance is essential for this position. Performs other duties as assigned.

What's required to be considered:

• Current KU student
• Junior or senior status (as of Fall 2027)
• Open to all majors
• Keen intellectual curiosity that drives a passion for investing
• Strong analytical skills

What separates the best from the rest?

• Candidates with demonstrated progress, interest, and capabilities in core investing skills, including accounting, economics, statistics, and finance, will stand out from peers and have programming experience.

Physical Requirements:

• A valid driver's license.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple locations for training, donor meetings, networking, events and/or work-related activities.
• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to directions and safety hazards.
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office productivity machinery such as computers, keyboards and a mouse, laptops, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The person in this position frequently communicates with donors, colleagues, students, and general public. Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Physical effort/lifting, such as medium up to 50 pounds.

KU Endowment is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job as regulated by ADA. If you require accommodation for any part of the application process or during employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to discuss your needs.

Sounds good, right? What's next?

Please include your resume and cover letter when applying for this position on our website at

Questions regarding this vacancy may be addressed to:

Human Resources

KU Endowment

PO Box 928

Lawrence, KS 66044-0928

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Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Because of the sensitive nature of KU Endowment business and the importance of our reputation with donors, KU Endowment conducts a comprehensive review of applicants. By submitting your application, you authorize us to conduct reference checks and a review of available public information. Employment is contingent upon background and reference checks that KU Endowment finds acceptable.