Asset Management Analyst Intern

About the Company

The Argilla Garland Group, LLC is an international financial research and advisory firm specializing in financial modeling, business valuations, investment analysis, and transaction advisory. We work with clients across various industries, with a particular focus on real estate investments, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and corporate finance.

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated and analytically minded Asset Management & Investment Analyst Intern to support our financial advisory and transaction-related activities. This position offers hands-on exposure to real estate investments, mergers and acquisitions, financial modeling, business valuations, and investment research. The intern will work on active client engagements, assisting with financial analysis, evaluating investment opportunities, conducting market research, and preparing materials that support financial and strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates interested in careers in investment banking, private equity, asset management, real estate finance, or corporate advisory.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating real estate investments, acquisitions, and other financial assets.
• Support financial modeling, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, valuation models, and investment return projections.
• Conduct financial and commercial due diligence for potential mergers and acquisitions.
• Analyze company financial statements, operating performance, profitability, and financial risks.
• Research industry trends, comparable companies, market conditions, and investment opportunities.
• Assist with the preparation of investment memoranda, valuation reports, financial presentations, and client deliverables.
• Evaluate real estate transactions using financial metrics such as capitalization rates, net operating income (NOI), internal rate of return (IRR), and cash-on-cash returns.
• Support portfolio analysis, investment performance monitoring, and financial forecasting.
• Collaborate on ongoing advisory engagements and contribute to financial research projects.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's or master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Real Estate, Physics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Strong interest in investment analysis, financial markets, real estate finance, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial analysis and spreadsheet modeling.
• Foundational understanding of financial statements, corporate finance, and valuation principles.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Optional, but preferred: French language proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous academic or professional experience with financial modeling, investment research, valuation, or transaction analysis.
• Familiarity with discounted cash flow modeling, comparable company analysis, and financial forecasting.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate valuation and investment metrics.
• Experience with Python, R, VBA, or other quantitative analytical tools is advantageous.
• Interest in private equity, investment banking, real estate investment, or corporate finance.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience working on real-world financial advisory engagements and investment transactions.
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, business valuation, and real estate investment analysis.
• Opportunities to develop financial modeling, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience preparing professional financial reports and investment presentations.
• Direct exposure to the analytical processes used in corporate finance and investment decision-making.
• The opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial environment and learn about building a consultancy in the financial sector.
• This also serves as a great networking opportunity, as you will be able to join calls with industry leaders from top companies and institutions.

Work Arrangement

• This is a remote, flexible unpaid internship structured around project-based assignments.
• We will work with your schedule.
• The intern should expect to commit 5 hours minimum a week, but is welcome to commit more if they volunteer to do so.
• The successful candidate will work independently while collaborating with senior team members and clients on financial research, valuation, and international transaction advisory projects.
• There is a possibility of a full-time role with the company or the partner company that would provide equity.