Tulane University, officially the Tulane University of Louisiana, is a private research university in New Orleans, Louisiana. Founded as the Medical College of Louisiana in 1834 by seven young medical doctors, it was turned into a comprehensive public university as the University of Louisiana by the state legislature in 1847.[7] The institution became private under the endowments of Paul Tulane and Josephine Louise Newcomb in 1884 and 1887. The Tulane University Law School and Tulane University Medical School are, respectively, the 12th oldest law school and 15th oldest medical school in the United States.
Job Description
The Investment Management Office is responsible for investing Tulane University’s $2.7 billion endowment. Led by Chief Investment Officer Richard Chau, the 11-person team works collaboratively to identify the most attractive investment opportunities across the globe. The team then accesses these opportunities by investing alongside top public and private equity, venture capital, and hedge fund managers. To maximize access to groups, the office is located in White Plains, NY, a short train ride away from New York City.
Responsibilities
Summer Investment Analysts will work as an active member of an investment team. The position will consist of a 10-week rotational program through the various asset classes in which Tulane University’s Endowment is invested. The position entails detailed research and analysis related to financial markets globally and to specific investment managers to support decisions made by the senior investment staff. Summer Analysts are responsible for attending diligence meetings, compiling and analyzing data, assisting with investment memos, developing and maintaining databases, and recommending an investment to the team. The position offers an opportunity to have an impact on the University, develop specialized investment expertise, and gain broad exposure to various asset classes in an intellectually stimulating and collaborative environment.
Qualifications
We encourage all students regardless of major or specialization to apply. We look for candidates with a strong intellectual curiosity, quantitative skillset, and passion for investing and financial markets. Please submit resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript with your application.
About Us
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
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