Financial Markets & Investment Analysis Internship (Remote)

About the role

Acumen Strategy LLC is looking for analytical and motivated people with a strong interest in finance, investment strategies and global financial markets. This remote internship gives exposure to financial instruments, derivatives, investment analysis, real estate finance and financial modelling, and welcomes candidates from quantitative and analytical backgrounds.

Key responsibilities

• Research financial markets, investment opportunities, instruments and emerging trends.
• Analyse derivatives such as options and futures, and study options strategies, hedging and risk management.
• Evaluate real estate opportunities using NOI, cap rates, cash-on-cash returns and IRR.
• Build financial models including three-statement models, DCF and comparable company analysis.
• Prepare research reports, investment summaries, presentations and analytical documents.
• Analyse companies, industries, competitors and economic trends, and collaborate with finance and other teams.

Required profile

• Background in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science or a related quantitative discipline.
• Sound understanding of financial concepts and good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
• Independent research ability and comfort working remotely.

Required skills

• Derivatives basics, options strategies and hedging.
• Real estate metrics: NOI, cap rates, cash-on-cash return and IRR.
• Excel or Google Sheets financial modelling.
• Preferred: fixed income, portfolio construction, structured products and alternative investments.

What we offer

• Practical exposure to financial markets, derivatives, real estate analysis and valuation.
• Professional mentorship and structured feedback.
• Completion certificate and letter of recommendation based on performance.
• Possible consideration for future full-time opportunities.