Job Description Summary

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to gain more interpersonal and communications skills, combined with a focus on developing business and commercial knowledge? Then join our Strategic Partnerships team and get some in practice experience!

We are looking to hire one (1) intern who will work in our Cedar Rapids, IA, office and under a hybrid work model. A minimum of two (2) days per week in the office is required. We are unable to hire on a remote, work-from-home basis, with the internship not available for students who have completed their college undergraduate education or who will graduate prior to the conclusion of the internship.

The internship will start in May 2025 and with a duration of up to twelve (12) weeks. It is estimated the intern will work 35-40 hours per week.

Company Overview:

Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 385 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $341 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.

We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.

We are an international business: Our 1,160 employees work from 13 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.

Aegon AM NextGen:

Our Aegon AM NextGen internship program provides you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced investment management professionals, immersing you in different areas of the business to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become the next generation of leaders and specialists. From a global onboarding and mentoring opportunities to our extensive training platform and internal Talent Marketplace, you’ll find pathways to grow. Our network event will connect you with industry experts, senior leaders, and fellow interns, fostering meaningful relationships. Join us and take the first step towards a promising career in asset management.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

This internship will offer asset management investment experience in supporting our Latin-America sales efforts. You will be part of the client relationship, sales & marketing department. You will work closely with our sales staff to create fund comparison reports versus competitors using Morningstar data systems. During the internship you will learn what clients look for when they are determining the best funds to invest in. This position is a very hands-on opportunity and allows you to better understand the overall asset management business and how we grow assets at the company. In practice, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting the sales team in providing follow up responses from questions clients have on the investment funds we manage.
• Creating reports for senior leaders of our company which demonstrate the results we are achieving in the Latin-American markets. 

This would be your future internship because you:

• Are currently enrolled full-time at a college or university pursuing a degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or similar field.
• Are available per May 2025 for an estimated 35-40 hours per week.  
• Have strong written & verbal communications skills.
• Are able to work as part of a team.
• Are detail-oriented, reliable and dependable.
• Have a solid understanding of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Can work in our Cedar Rapids, IA office and work a minimum of two (2) days per week in the office.

Who will be your new colleagues?

• Mentor support will be provided by the Managing Director, Strategic Partnerships, and you will work closely with the Associate Director and Sales Associate for the Strategic Partnerships team. You will be located in our Cedar Rapids office where you will have the chance to meet other interns.

What will you be getting?

• A laptop to use during the internship.
• Personal guidance.
• Participation in Aegon AM NextGen, developmental opportunities and building a network of company relationships.

Important note:

• This internship is not available for students who have completed their college undergraduate education or who will graduate prior to the conclusion of the internship.

Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant’s qualifications including the extent of candidate’s relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.

At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.

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Why Work for Us

At Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.

Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered.  Come be a part of driving our success!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.

Applicants with physical or mental disabilities may be entitled to a form of reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state and local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will insure equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Aegon Companies. Please contact: [email protected] if you are a job seeker with a disability, or are assisting someone with a disability, and require assistance to apply for one of our jobs.

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