Research Internship – Hong Kong (Finance / Investment Research)

Full-Time Summer Research Internship – Hong Kong (Finance / Investment Research)

ESG Real Estate Lab is coordinating a small research internship on behalf of an absolute-return investment firm based in Hong Kong.

This is a one-month, in-person summer internship (Summer 2026) intended for students who want first exposure to how professional investors actually research and think about markets.

This is not a typical “finance operations” or administrative internship.
Interns will assist with open-ended research projects supporting ongoing investment work.

The exact topics will vary, but may include:
• industry and company research
• market structure and competitive dynamics
• business model analysis
• thematic or macro background research
• summarizing information for internal discussion

The goal is to expose students to how investment decisions are formed , how professionals evaluate information, ask questions, and form judgments under uncertainty.

You will be learning how analysts and portfolio managers approach problems.

No prior finance experience is required. Students from any major may apply. Curiosity, writing ability, and willingness to think carefully matter more than coursework.

Details
• Location: Hong Kong (in person, in office, no remote work)
• Duration: 1 month, Summer 2026
• Compensation: Paid
• Open to undergraduate or graduate students
• Applicants must already have the right to work in Hong Kong and be currently based in Hong Kong (the firm cannot sponsor visas or provide accommodation)

This is particularly suitable for students considering careers in investment management, research, consulting, or other analytical roles within financial centers in Asia.

If interested, please apply with your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you.  We are a small team and will review applications individually.