The Internship Experience

SJF interns enjoy hands-on experience in several areas of our business while networking and building relationships with colleagues across the organization. Our internship program also includes an educational track that provides an in-depth look at our company and unique aspects of the investment management industry.

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Internship tracks

Track 1: Equity Program (No rotation)

A 10–12 week intern program that will give students exposure to equity research. Interns can expect to walk away from their internship with knowledge of how to value a business, how to forecast sales and profits of companies, how to evaluate competitors in the industry, and how an investment management firm operates. This program is designed to discover and mentor the next generation of great investors as they prepare to launch their careers.

Track 2: Business Intern (Rotation or Team Specific)

A 12-week program that gives students exposure to our client, shared service and corporate admin teams. Interns will spend time on a diverse range of work spanning collaborative projects and recurring, individually completed deliverables and support of various departments, all while learning the important of our client-first approach.

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Benefits of a SJF internship

Student loan forgiveness program
Intern scholarship program
Housing assistance
Collegial work environment in a lively and affordable city
Frequent networking opportunities, including biweekly catered lunches
Collaborative culture with a strong commitment to the community and volunteering
Opportunity to work with experienced professionals
Intern outings, including dinners and Clippers games
Competitive pay and free parking

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Intern Scholarship Program

As part of our DEI pledge, we are committed to increasing representation of historically underrepresented groups in our industry’s talent pipeline.

We are pleased to offer two $5,000 scholarships to interns each year. These scholarships will be awarded to two summer interns who demonstrate our core values of curiosity, ownership, trust and respect and who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. All are encouraged to apply.

Our goal is to help reverse the disproportional student loan debt gap and take action in supporting the long-term financial wellness and equity for underrepresented groups.

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Hear from former interns who are now full-time associates

Kristen White, Associate Director of Research Operations

“Back in 2005, when the firm was still very small, I had the opportunity to work with almost everyone at the firm. The primary thing I noticed immediately was a huge amount of pride everyone had in their work, and the excitement around feeling like we were all building something great together. People were eager to pass along their knowledge and serve as a mentor to the younger generation; this valuable cultural trait has continued to grow stronger through the years.”

David Corbi, Business Development Associate

“As soon as I started my internship, I was introduced to a firm culture that was welcoming, hardworking, respectful and was surrounded by associates that valued intellectual curiosity and respected one another. Associates were eager to discuss their roles and were happy to give advice, helping me expand my industry knowledge. The program was structured to give interns exposure to all areas of the firm, which I found invaluable.”

Claire Canute, Associate – Investment Operations

“The culture at SJF has set my expectations for what a workplace should embody. It is inclusive, motivating, and empowering. As an intern, I was treated as an equal and the company’s culture pushed me out of my comfort zone to learn and improve.”

Ethan Dolby, Technology Risk & Information Security Officer

“Even as an intern it was easy to understand why SJF continually receives top workplace awards. Seeing how well every associate is treated by the company and by each other is important for any young professional because it is the way it should be.”

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