Transformation Operations Intern (Summer 2026)

About Aquarian

Aquarian Holdings ("Aquarian") is a diversified global holding company with a strategic portfolio of insurance and asset management solutions.

Aquarian Insurance Holdings acquires and operates insurance companies with a focus on life and annuity underwriting, deploying strategies to grow balance sheet profitability by writing new insurance/reinsurance, improving investment income, and optimizing operations. After launching in 2017, Aquarian finalized its first investment in 2018 in Investors Heritage, a regional life insurer domiciled in Kentucky that focuses on pre-need policies. Working closely with management, Aquarian helped the company grow with expanded product offerings and distribution channels, building on its 60-year track record of exceptional client service.

Aquarian continued to deepen its expertise and grow its existing offerings in insurance and reinsurance through its acquisitions of Hudson Life and Annuity Company in 2021 and Somerset Re in 2022.

Aquarian Investments complements the insurance operations , combining best practices from the world’s leading financial services firms with its own distinct strategy, approach, and organizational culture. Aquarian has continued to expand into alternative assets and private credit through the launches of Aquarian Liquid Credit, Aquarian Strategic Opportunities, Aquarian Private Credit, and Aquarian Real Estate Partners.

Aquarian has since grown its business to approximately $25.8 billion in AUM, with 40 investment professionals, multiple funds, and insurance and reinsurance companies, all committed to providing meaningful investment opportunities to millions of people.

In November 2025, Aquarian announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement under which an affiliate will acquire Brighthouse Financial in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. Brighthouse is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S., with approximately $208 billion of AUM. Following the anticipated close of the transaction in 2026, Brighthouse Financial will operate as a standalone entity within the Aquarian portfolio.

Role Summary

Aquarian Holdings is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Transformation Operations Intern to join our Transformation Team in Summer 2026. This team partners closely with leadership to drive strategic initiatives, improve operational efficiency, and support the scaling of Aquarian’s platform. The internship provides hands‑on exposure to transformation efforts across the organization, including process improvement, project execution, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination.

This role is ideal for a student interested in operations, strategy, or consulting within financial services. The internship is based in our New York City office.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of strategic transformation and operational initiatives under the guidance of senior team members
• Assist in building project plans, timelines, and tracking tools to monitor progress and deliverables
• Bring a fresh perspective on technology and AI enablement
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to support operational and strategic decision‑making
• Help build, maintain, and enhance internal dashboards, metrics, and reporting for transformation initiatives
• Perform research on industry best practices, operating models, and technology solutions relevant to operational scale
• Assist with preparing presentations and materials for senior leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders
• Coordinate logistics, documentation, and follow‑ups for project meetings and working sessions
  
  

Professional Development Opportunities

• Gain exposure to how large‑scale strategic and operational initiatives are designed and executed within an investment firm
• Learn about insurance asset management and alternative investment platforms from an operational perspective
• Receive mentorship from senior transformation and operations leaders, including visibility into executive‑level decision‑making
• Strengthen analytical, problem‑solving, project management, and communication skills
• Develop a deeper understanding of how teams operationalize strategy, manage change, and scale processes and systems
• Contribute meaningfully to a growing platform undergoing active transformation
  
  

Qualifications

• Rising Senior with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Ability to work on‑site in New York City five days per week
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely
• Strong interest in operations, strategy, transformation, or management consulting within financial services
• Understands how modern technologies work and how they can be applied to improve business processes (coding experience not required).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data analysis or dashboards is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team‑oriented
  
  

Aquarian is an equal opportunity employer. Aquarian is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience and unique perspectives. Aquarian does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Aquarian makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.