Investor Relations Intern

Functional Title: Investor Relations Intern (Summer Intern Opportunity with Potential for Part-Time Role During Academic Year)

Department: Investor Relations

Location: New York, NY (in-office; opportunity to continue part-time during the school year for local candidates)

About Davidson Kempner: Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP is a global investment management firm. Founded in 1983, Davidson Kempner is headquartered in New York and has offices in Philadelphia, London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Mumbai and Abu Dhabi. Our Firm invests globally and opportunistically across the capital structure, in a variety of credit and equity strategies as well as real assets. We apply our multi-dimensional, research-driven investment process to evaluate and execute a diverse range of transactions across asset classes, geographies and market cycles. We target complex, global situations where our experience and expertise can unlock value.

We bring together exceptional people from different disciplines and backgrounds who are energized by the challenges of navigating complexity. We look for people who demonstrate exceptional critical thinking skills, innate curiosity, creativity and embrace diverse viewpoints to calibrate their decisions. These differentiators make our people successful beyond a specific job at Davidson Kempner – but throughout their journey with us over many years.

The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated Summer Intern to join our Investor Relations team in New York. This internship offers hands-on practical experience in sales, product specialists, and investor relations functions within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. For candidates based locally in New York, there is potential to continue in a part-time capacity during the academic year. This role requires a detail-focused, analytical, and proactive student eager to build a strong foundational understanding in client engagement, capital raising, and product strategy within the investment management industry. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Client Partnerships & Sales Support

• Assist the sales team with pipeline tracking, meeting preparation, and follow-ups


• Support outreach initiatives and client engagement efforts


• Conduct research on prospective clients and industry trends

CRM & Data Management

• Maintain and update CRM systems to ensure accuracy and completeness of client data


• Track investor interactions, meeting notes, and pipeline activity


• Generate reports and dashboards to support business development efforts

Product & Investor Relations Support

• Work with product specialists to understand firm offerings and assist with materials preparation


• Support the Investor Relations team with investor communications and data requests


• Help prepare marketing materials, pitch decks, and client presentations

Professional Development

• Gain exposure to the firm’s client base and product suite


• Develop foundational office, communication, and project management skills


• Participate in team meetings and cross-functional initiatives

The Person

The successful candidate will have:

• Current undergraduate student who is a rising junior or senior (preferred)


• Strong academic record – GPA of 3.5 or higher


• Interest in finance, asset management, sales, or business development


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills


• Strong written and verbal communication abilities


• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and CRM working knowledge (preferred)


• Outlook calendar scheduling experience required

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to multiple client-facing functions within a leading investment firm


• Hands-on experience with CRM systems and sales pipeline management


• Insight into product positioning and investor communications


• Mentorship and networking opportunities across teams