About the Role
<p><strong>Program Dates: June 9 – August 14, 2026 (10 weeks)</strong></p>
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>NorthCoast Asset Management (NCAM) is an active investment management firm founded in 1988 and based in Stamford, 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.</p>
<p>NCAM is looking for a full-time intern to team up with our portfolio management - options strategy team.</p>
<p>Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance may be considered early for a full-time position following graduation.</p>
<p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>automate and streamline reports through Python or Excel VBA</li>
<li>improve portfolio monitoring and trading tools</li>
<li>assist portfolio managers with ad-hoc assignments and research</li>
<li><span data-teams="true">engage in options trading team meetings, supporting strategy discussions through market analysis and risk-focused insights</span></li>
<li>participate in investment discussions with the options team</li>
<li>submit case studies to enhance on-site learning</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Current student pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, economics, engineering, computer science, math, or a related field.</li>
<li>Expected graduation date between December 2026 and Spring 2027</li>
<li>Successfully complete assessments within 5 days of receiving the link.</li>
<li>Ability to work and commute out of NCAM’s Stamford, CT office 5 days per week; relocation assistance is not provided</li>
<li>Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.</li>
<li>Options knowledge is a plus</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on projects effectively</li>
<li>Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, Teams, SharePoint)</li>
<li>Programming experience (Python, VBA)</li>
<li>CFA or similar designation preferred</li>
<li>Excited about a career in investment management</li>
</ul>
<p>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.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About Focus Financial Partners</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit <a href="https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/___https:/mcas-proxyweb.mcas.ms/certificate-checker?login=false&originalUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.focusfinancialpartners.com.mcas.ms%3FMcasTsid%3D20892&McasCSRF=17a55f8bbf7c1a828873b443c93438c90f956e865b157078ce47695678ecb61e___.YzJ1OmZvY3VzcGFydG5lcnM6YzpvOjk5ZjFkMmE2MWY3YWJhOWM1MTUyMTUzMGI3NWMyY2VhOjY6NWQxYjo5M2Q1NmZiMDc3OTdlMzc1YTg0ZmRiYzVjOTA3MDk2OTcyZWIyOGI1YzNmZmI4MDc2MGMwZWM4YzIyOGE0N2NkOnA6VDpO">www.focusfinancialpartners.com</a> or follow the company on <a href="https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/___https:/www.linkedin.com/company/focus-financial-partners___.YzJ1OmZvY3VzcGFydG5lcnM6YzpvOmQ1YjM0NmNjMjMzMTcwZmViMGI3OWExNTFmZmM3NjQwOjY6YjQ0OTpmNWViYzRmODkzYTRhYmYwNjBkNmFmMGJlYjE5ZWI3Njc1MTZiNmExYjBmNWVmMGEyMjdkNzM5NTBhYTQ3OTE1OnA6VDpO">LinkedIn</a>.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@focuspartners.com">careers@focuspartners.com</a>.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong><em>The following language is for US based roles only</em></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>For California Applicants: </strong><span data-teams="true">Information on your California privacy rights can be found</span><strong><span data-teams="true"> <a id="menur4dt" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://focus-financial.files.svdcdn.com/production/documents/Privacy-Notice-Personnel-Supplement-for-CA-residents-Jan-1-2025-Final-Clean.pdf?dm=1740065249" target="_blank">here</a></span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>For Indiana Applicants: </strong>It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>For Maryland Applicants: </strong>I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAP OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>For Massachusetts Applicants:</strong> It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>For Montana Applicants: </strong>If hired, the employment relationship is governed by the Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act. Mont. Code Ann. Section 39-2-901.<strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>For Rhode Island Applicants:</strong> Focus is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state’s workers’ compensation law. If you willfully provide false information about your ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, you may be barred from filing a claim under the provisions of the Workers’ Compensation Act of the State of Rhode Island if the false information is directly related to the personal injury that is the basis for the new claim for compensation. The Company complies fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act.</span></p></div>