Applications Close March 7th
MBA Fellowship Program
The MBA Fellowship Program was designed to introduce second-year MBA students to the universe of diverse-owned alternative investment firms.
Applications Close March 7th
About the Program
With generous support from NAIC member firms, NAIC offers compensated fellowships for students to contribute directly to the association’s ongoing work and initiatives. Fellows play a meaningful role in advancing NAIC’s mission to expand diversity within the alternative investment industry while gaining firsthand exposure to the growing and influential diverse-owned investment sector.
When
The MBA Fellowship Program runs from early September through the end of April.
Where
The MBA Fellowship is virtual and accepts applicants from all over the United States.
What You’ll Learn
The NAIC MBA Fellowship Program provides opportunities for participants to:
- Gain a deep understanding of the trends and opportunities in the alternative investment sector, including private equity (buyout, growth & expansion), venture capital, hedge funds, and real estate
- Help NAIC achieve its mission of increasing the flow of capital to diverse-owned alternative investment firms through education, advocacy, and other innovative programs and initiatives
- Conduct research on the capital allocator landscape, NAIC Member Firms, emerging manager programs, and other relevant subject areas
- Complete data aggregation and develop compelling presentations that highlight reasons for investing with diverse-owned managers
- Research the potential new member pipeline and enhance the NAIC membership experience
- Develop a database of top diverse talent for relevant opportunities on portfolio company boards, as operating executives, and other positions relevant to our membership and stakeholder base
MBA Fellows Support These Initiatives & More
Who Should Apply
The MBA Fellowship Program is designed for second-year MBA students with a focus on finance who aspire to build careers in the alternative investment industry, including private equity and related sectors. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Desired Attributes
- Exceptional collaborator and team member
- Strong communicator, both written and verbal
- Passionate about advancing NAIC to achieve its mission to promote inclusivity within the financial sector
- Responsive, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence in execution of responsibilities
- Skilled at research and developing high-quality, data-driven presentations
- A high degree of professionalism, integrity, and strong moral character
Compensation
The MBA Fellowship is an 8-month compensated Fellowship, and Fellows are required to work a minimum of 10 hours per week on NAIC assignments. Fellows are compensated at a monthly rate of $3,000, or a total program stipend of $24,000.
The Fellowships are all remote positions, and travel is only required for occasional NAIC meetings. Travel expenses will be covered by NAIC.
2025-2026 NAIC MBA Fellows
Past NAIC MBA Fellows
Our MBA Fellows are proud alumni of the following prestigious institutions: Chicago Booth, Columbia Business School, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, Duke University, Harvard Business School, Michigan Ross, University of Pennsylvania Wharton, University of Texas (Austin), and Vanderbilt University.
With Generous Support from These Member Firms
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Tina McIntyre at tmcintyre@naicpe.com.