What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern- Investments position at Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation?
At the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, we first listen to the communities we serve, tap into our learnings and relationships, and bring everyone together to build and support programs that improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help Kansas City thrive.
Intern- Investments
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
The EMKF Investments internship is designed to provide on-the-job training and experience in foundation endowment investment management and operations. Students will engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity, structured to enable the intern to gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform in a professional investment operations role. The intern will receive training and mentorship in planning and carrying out activities and assignments. Pursuit of a degree in business or economics preferred but not required.
Duties And Responsibilities
The Kauffman Foundation firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of age, race, gender, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or local law.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants can apply for this position by submitting a cover letter and resume. Job posting will be removed at 12pm CT on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Please note that the Internships are Kansas City, MO based and Interns must be in the Kansas City metropolitan area during the duration of the Internship.
Intern- Investments
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
The EMKF Investments internship is designed to provide on-the-job training and experience in foundation endowment investment management and operations. Students will engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity, structured to enable the intern to gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform in a professional investment operations role. The intern will receive training and mentorship in planning and carrying out activities and assignments. Pursuit of a degree in business or economics preferred but not required.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Provides entry-level investments support, under the supervision of professional staff, as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the Foundation.
- Undertakes and/or participates in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise aligned with the Foundation’s needs.
- Participates in the planning and implementation of Foundation projects and initiatives on the Foundation’s investments team.
- Interacts directly with colleagues and/or other internal or external professionals to plan and complete day-to-day work assignments.
- Participates in an Internship Service activity.
- Presents an Internship Capstone project.
- Participates in other professional development activities.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
The Kauffman Foundation firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of age, race, gender, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or local law.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants can apply for this position by submitting a cover letter and resume. Job posting will be removed at 12pm CT on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Please note that the Internships are Kansas City, MO based and Interns must be in the Kansas City metropolitan area during the duration of the Internship.
