What are the responsibilities and job description for the APFC 2026 Summer Investment Internship position at Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation?
APFC 2026 Summer Investment Internship
Applications due by December 31, 2025
The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC), recognized as a world-class organization and consistently ranked as one of the best places to work by Pensions & Investments magazine, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Investments Intern to join our team. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain practical investment skills and learn from leading professionals in the field.
This program is designed to build professional and analytical skills while fostering a deep understanding of the fund’s long-term investment mission and public stewardship.
This role is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in finance, economics, or related fields who want to develop practical skills and gain insight into managing a globally diversified investment portfolio.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be an Alaska resident attending school in any state or enrolled at a post-secondary institution in Alaska.
- Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, mathematics, or a related field. Preference given to juniors and seniors.
- Recent graduates earning a bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply if graduation occurred within six months of the application close date
Cover Letter: Please explain why you are interested in an internship at APFC and how it aligns with your career goals. Include details, such as memberships and leadership roles in clubs related to the degree or industry, participation in investment-related organizations, student-run funds, or research groups, or any engagement in extracurricular activities demonstrating teamwork, leadership, and industry involvement.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Academic Performance: Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Experience with the Microsoft Windows platform, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Aptitude for learning new software programs, superb analytical and organizational skills
- Effective communication and written skills are highly desired.
- Initiative and curiosity to learn across departments.
- Adaptability to work independently or in team settings.
- Interest in financial markets, investment management, and public funds.
As an investment intern:
As an Investments Intern, you will work with the Chief Investment Officer and their analyst to work on total fund matters around asset allocation and portfolio analysis. In addition, you will gain exposure to various investment asset classes, including Private Equity, Fixed Income, Real Estate, Public Equities, Private Income and Risk and Compliance. Some responsibilities may include assisting in the development of asset class dashboard reporting, optimizing databases, and utilizing premier investment systems such as Bloomberg and BlackRock. You will deliver a presentation summarizing your experience and contributions at the conclusion of the program.
Internship Details:
Pay: $25.00 per hour undergraduate level
Duration: 12-13 weeks with flexible start and end dates to accommodate academic schedules.
Location: APFC Headquarters located in Juneau, Alaska.
Travel: One round-trip airfare to Juneau provided by APFC.
Housing: Interns are responsible for securing their own accommodation. Housing can be discussed with APFC Human Resources to connect students with resources if needed.
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