Who We Are
As an impact investor, Advantage’s mission is to bring businesses, technologies, jobs and housing to communities that have historically lacked access to investment capital, while also generating competitive returns for our investors proving that conscious capitalism is possible. Since 1992, Advantage Capital has invested more than $3.1 billion in over 775 companies, spanning a diverse array of industry sectors. We’ve built a sterling track record of public-private partnerships with state and federal governments and private institutional investors, directly creating tens of thousands of jobs in underserved communities and industries.
Our Culture
We love what we do. We fundamentally believe that capital can change lives and we go to great lengths to give our firm the opportunity to reach the hardest hit communities in the U.S. with much needed investment. For anyone considering joining our high - performing firm, know that we value: a growth mindset (never fixed), a fast but enduring work pace (rarely slow), the ability to work autonomously (no micromanaging), getting things done (talk is cheap), an all-hands-on-deck culture (a true team), a love of hard-to-solve problems (that others won’t attempt), and the character to do the right thing (always).
Intern Program Benefits
As an intern at Advantage, your voice matters! We value the work our interns contribute to the Advantage team; each intern completes useful and relevant projects within their teams. In addition to completing invigorating and challenging projects, we provide a multitude of additional experiences to enhance every intern’s experience. A few of these benefits include:
An engaging and educational 2 day orientation, providing interns the space to connect with leaders, fellow team members, and other interns while learning about Advantage and specific job functions.
Quality performance reviews with the intern’s supervisor throughout the duration of internship; enabling feedback for growth and development during and beyond the internship
Supportive mentor experience with a young Advantage professional who serves as a resource and networking connection at Advantage and beyond.
Multiple opportunities to connect and network with leaders within Advantage, through Q&A sessions, business line presentations, (virtual) happy hour mingles, and more!
An opportunity to collaborate with fellow interns on a meaningful capstone project
Role Overview
The Investment Team Intern will be responsible for various projects involving gathering and analyzing data for credit underwriting, compliance and monitoring activities. This role will be a part of the New York Investment Team while gaining valuable experience in AC’s multifaceted business of finance, investment, and impact. This position is ideal for an individual with strong critical thinking skills, a great work ethic, and strong attention to detail.
Core Responsibilities
Assist in completing various projects for the Investment Team.
Assist in gathering, sorting, and analyzing data for credit underwriting and compliance purposes
Assist in preparing financial models and help to create internal investment memorandums.
Support senior deal team members in portfolio-company monitoring activities.
Qualifications
Required: Current MBA student with a graduate date between May 2023 and May 2024.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Intellectual curiosity around legislation and double-bottom line impact investing
Intermediate experience in best business and finance practices
Attention to detail with the ability to potentially work virtually with minimal supervision
Interest and knowledge-based experience in legislation at local, state, and federal levels preferred but not required