Intern - Investments - Nelnet Financial Services

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Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, casual dress, flexible schedule, intern-specific programming, and meaningful work experience.

• one-on-one mentorship
• competitive pay
• casual dress
• flexible schedule
• intern-specific programming
• meaningful work experience

Nelnet Financial Services (NFS) is seeking an intern to join the NFS Investments Team, with a focus on structured finance, specialty finance investments, and asset management. The hire will assist with a wide range of tasks related to the investment process including risk assessment, underwriting and performance tracking.

• Provide investment analysis assistance across various specialty finance asset classes including consumer, auto, small business, home improvement and other loan types
• Collaborate internally with employees and departments to accomplish work projects
• Maintain and update comparable deal tracker
• Complete special projects as assigned by management
• Manage multiple conflicting priorities & consistently meet deadlines
• Perform industry research and draft research reports

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field

Relevant coursework in finance, accounting and business

Prior internship in finance or accounting preferred

• Strong attention to detail.
• PC skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Ability to follow directions. Willingness to learn new processes.
• Knowledge of accounting practice and procedures.
• Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.
• Excellent work ethic and habits.

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