Active Product Summer Intern
VanEck is a privately held global asset management firm founded in 1955. We develop forward-looking, intelligently designed, active and ETF strategies that strengthen long-term portfolios. We will provide qualified individuals with outstanding education and growth opportunities. If you are a high-energy individual with a strong work ethic, excellent team skills and outstanding communication skills, we would like to speak with you.
VanEck’s Summer Intern Program includes exposure across the firm through educational, mentorship and networking events. As an Intern, you will also be exposed to the firm’s senior management, gain an understanding of the financial services industry and learn critical business skills. Our internship program will build more than just your resume — it will challenge your knowledge, build your network and drive your career path. Our program spans 10 weeks and typically runs from June 6 – August 12. If you are looking to gain valuable hands-on experience while working with talented individuals, apply now!
The Active Product Management Team is responsible for product management function including, active strategy/fund key messaging, positioning, product/market/competitor research, overall promotion and competitive pricing. The Team works closely with the firm’s Senior Management, Investment Teams and Sales Teams, among other groups, to identify constantly evolving investor needs, decision-making drivers, etc. in an effort to create compelling product marketing campaigns and new content that position VanEck’s active strategies and funds ahead of competition. Active Product Managers are product subject matter experts who understand intricacies of the firm’s suite of active products – they develop and maintain a deep understanding of covered asset classes and are trusted and reliable partners for other teams within the organization, as well as clients/prospects externally. The Team is also responsible for identifying new product ideas by actively assessing the covered asset class landscape, as well as keeping up-to-date with evolving investor needs and competitive landscape.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following, other duties may be assigned as needed:
- Work closely with Product Managers to learn more about VanEck’s active suite of products and develop solid understanding of each investment product’s key messaging, positioning and competitive landscape.
- Work closely with Product Managers on new product development lineup.
- Engage in creating new and/or updating existing (automating, where possible) marketing collateral across global distribution channels.
- Help manage digital and print communications including development, production or review of fact sheets, commentaries, investor notes, educational materials, blogs, white papers, web updates, emails, etc.
- Assist in responding to data requests from clients, prospects, as well as our firm’s internal partners, including running competitive analysis reports for active products across global distribution channels.
- Analyze market/product/competitor research to construct meaningful conclusions and recommendations to aid in product management, as well as new product development effort.
- Engage in special projects, as requested.
Qualifications
- Professional demeanor
- Roll up your sleeve work ethic
- Eager to learn; able to listen & communicate; go-getter; pleasant and easy to work with
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
- Strong quantitative and qualitative skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Genuine interest and/or background in Finance
- Working knowledge of investment software and databases is preferred
- Progress towards degree completion in business, finance, economics is preferred
Education and/or Experience
- Currently entering junior level (third year) or beyond within a four-year college program
- Some experience within a corporate environment is helpful but not required
Competencies
To perform successfully and gain the most from this internship, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Professional demeanor
- Attention to detail
- Ability to learn new procedures/ideas
- Motivation
- Enthusiasm
Language Skills
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization
In order to be considered for this position, please submit resume with the subject line “Active Product Management Intern” to internships@vaneck.com.