Investment Operations Intern (Fort Washington Investment Advisors) (Summer 2027)

Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey information, verbally and in writing, to internal and external customers in a clear, accurate, focused and concise manner.

Overview:

The investment operations intern will work closely with the operations team to conduct research, capture data, and uphold processes critical to ongoing firm operations.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfilling tasks to maintain portfolio positions and transactions in-line with banks and/or brokers as set out by supervisor.
• Attending strategic meetings to set the course and direction for operational teams, while taking minutes.
• Performing research to better understand portfolio movements, operational efficiencies and opportunities for increased accuracy.
• Working alongside full-time team members to take ownership of regular operational deliverables.
• Add depth to investment industry knowledge base and understanding of how securities operate by working with securities on a daily basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications:

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in a business related field. - Required
• Proven academic and extracurricular track record with a demonstrated history of achievement. - Required
• Demonstrated quantitative background (e.g., economics, mathematics, etc.). -
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey information, verbally and in writing, to internal and external customers in a clear, accurate, focused and concise manner. -
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management. -
• Proven ability to document procedures and activities in a manner that is understandable to others and prepared using a prescribed format. -
• Demonstrated verbal and written communications are to conform to proper rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style. -
• Proven ability to complete tasks independently, accurately and on a timely basis. -
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail with excellent organization skills and process orientation. -
• Proven ability to handle confidential information. -
• Demonstrated comfort with quantitative analysis, including identifying, defining and resolving complex problems. -
• Ability to collect, quantify or interpret data to establish facts and draw valid conclusions and provide creative resolutions. -

Work Setting/Position Demands:

• Works in an office setting and remains in a stationary position for long periods of time while working at a desk, on a computer or with other standard office equipment, or while in meetings.
• Requires the ability to verbally communicate and exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.
• Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
• Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats and conforming to rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style on a regular basis.
• Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Performs substantial movement of wrists, hands, and fingers for continuous computer work.
• Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.