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INTERNSHIP OFFER - BUSINESS AND RESEARCH ANALYST (Schengen area nationals)

Asia Impact

Grono (Graubünden, CH) · Today

Description:

    A-Impact Advisors, a wholly owned subsidiary of Asia Impact, is seeking a motivated Business & Research Analyst to join our team for a six-month internship. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on research experience, working closely with a dynamic team on high-impact projects, and provide valuable support for Asia Impact investments.    

    • About Asia Impact

    Asia Impact is an investment company with a strong track record of creating ventures that generate financial returns while producing positive social and environmental impacts. Our focus spans across the following investment themes:

      • Rural Ecosystems: Asia Impact is committed to fostering progress by focusing on innovative, technology-driven business models that enhance the delivery and management of products and services in rural areas and smaller cities. This approach spans multiple sectors, including financial and insurance services, agri-tech innovations, and digital platforms, all aimed at driving sustainable growth and improving livelihoods in underserved communities.
      • Circular Economy: Asia Impact is dedicated to promoting sustainable growth by investing in innovative solutions that prioritize resource efficiency and waste reduction. This includes supporting businesses that embrace recycling, upcycling, and renewable energy, as well as those that develop new technologies to minimize environmental impact, creating long-term value across various industries.
      • Financial Inclusion: Asia Impact is focused on expanding access to financial services by investing in solutions that promote inclusive growth. This involves supporting ventures that provide underserved populations with affordable financial products, including digital banking, microfinance, insurance, and payment platforms, ultimately fostering economic empowerment and reducing inequality in both urban and rural communities.

    With offices in Luxembourg, Switzerland, and India, our investments benefit from a global network of partners and experts.
    • Internship description

    We are seeking bright and motivated individuals to join our Research Team in Grono (Graubünden, CH). As a Research Team Intern, you will play a vital role in supporting Asia Impact’s deal-making process, with a focus on key investment themes like Climate Hedging. You will prepare sectoral analyses, examining the current business environment and providing forecasts on future trends. In addition to your main research duties, you may collaborate with other teams, such as the Investment Team, on tasks involving investment proposal selection, investment analysis, due diligence, and reporting. Your key responsibilities will be:

      • Conduct sectorial analyses on investment themes, particularly related to Climate Hedging.
      • Provide data and insights to support Asia Impact's deal-making process.
      • Create reports and presentations that guide investment decisions.
      • Collaborate with the Investment Team and others on ad hoc projects.
     
    • Candidate Profile

      • Current Master's students enrolled in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related fields (e.g., climate change, energy transition, etc.).
      • A good background in economics is required due to the technical nature of some of the tasks to be executed.
      • Knowledge of finance fundamentals (appreciated but not mandatory).
      • Excellent data analysis and research skills.
      • Ability to produce clear and insightful sectorial forecasts and business environment reports.
      • Collaborative mindset and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
      • Fluency in English is mandatory, good Italian knowledge is appreciated.
      • Must hold citizenship from a Schengen area country.
     
    • Location and Working Conditions

      • Location: the internship will take place in person at our office in Grono (Graubünden, CH), with the possibility of flexibly carrying out some hours remotely.
      • Accommodation: if deemed necessary, accommodation will be made available under favorable terms in Bellinzona (Ticino, CH).
      • Salary: the monthly compensation for the internship is CHF 1'000.
      • Start Date: the approximate start date for this internship is January 2025.
      • Duration: six months with the possibility of being extended.

    • Next Steps

    If you are interested in this opportunity, we kindly ask you to send your CV and cover letter (in English) to the email highlighted below. The subject line of your email should be "INTERNSHIP OFFER - BUSINESS AND RESEARCH ANALYST (Schengen area nationals)". We will review your application and contact you for further steps.

Please Send candidature at:

leonardo.marchesini@asia-impact.com

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INTERNSHIP OFFER - RESEARCH & INVESTMENT ANALYST (Schengen area nationals)

Asia Impact

Grono (Graubünden, CH) · Today

Description:

    A-Impact Advisors, a wholly owned subsidiary of Asia Impact, is seeking a motivated Research & Investment Analyst to join our team for a six-month internship. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research while providing valuable support to the investment function, helping to bridge the gap between these two critical areas.      

    • About Asia Impact

    Asia Impact is an investment company with a strong track record of creating ventures that generate financial returns while producing positive social and environmental impacts. Our focus spans across the following investment themes:

      • Rural Ecosystems: Asia Impact is committed to fostering progress by focusing on innovative, technology-driven business models that enhance the delivery and management of products and services in rural areas and smaller cities. This approach spans multiple sectors, including financial and insurance services, agri-tech innovations, and digital platforms, all aimed at driving sustainable growth and improving livelihoods in underserved communities.
      • Circular Economy: Asia Impact is dedicated to promoting sustainable growth by investing in innovative solutions that prioritize resource efficiency and waste reduction. This includes supporting businesses that embrace recycling, upcycling, and renewable energy, as well as those that develop new technologies to minimize environmental impact, creating long-term value across various industries.
      • Financial Inclusion: Asia Impact is focused on expanding access to financial services by investing in solutions that promote inclusive growth. This involves supporting ventures that provide underserved populations with affordable financial products, including digital banking, microfinance, insurance, and payment platforms, ultimately fostering economic empowerment and reducing inequality in both urban and rural communities.

    With offices in Luxembourg, Switzerland, and India, our investments benefit from a global network of partners and experts.
    • The Role

    As a Research & Investment Analyst Intern, the candidate’s primary responsibility will be to provide essential support to the Research Team, with a secondary focus on assisting the Investment Team. The intern will collaborate closely with both departments, ensuring seamless communication and feedback between them. The intern will be primarily involved in the research process, where findings are continuously refined to enhance the accuracy of investment strategies. This role involves analyzing technologies and solutions that have a positive impact in both socioeconomic and climate adaptation terms, validating business models, and assessing the economic feasibility of investment ideas, while also providing complementary support to the investment team to make the dynamic between research and investment more efficient. The main areas of work will be:

    -Research & Analysis (70%)
      • Conduct sectoral analysis, particularly within the Climate Hedging field, describing the current business environment and forecasting future trends.
      • Gather and synthesize data that will guide Asia Impact’s investment strategy in key sectors.
      • Prepare detailed reports to inform decision-making, ensuring that the research findings are accurate, relevant, and actionable.

    -Investment Support (30%)
      • Collaborate with the investment team to engage in discussions about various business models and case studies.
      • Support the validation process by analyzing and reviewing the business and financial viability of research findings.
     
    • Candidate Profile

    The ideal candidate will primarily be a research-oriented individual who can use his/her knowledge to strengthen the investment process. Although rooted in research, this role will benefit from some business acumen to enhance the application of research to investment decisions.

      • Education: the candidate should be attending, or have just completed, the final year of Business School. A strong interest in themes related to climate change, renewable energy, and waste management, is a plus.
      • Professional Experience: relevant experience in research roles is crucial, ideally with some exposure to investment or consulting functions.
      • Research Abilities: the candidate should be skilled in gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing technical information and data. The ability to produce clear, insightful, and forward-looking reports is essential.
      • Analytical Skills: familiarity with business models, financial statements, or investment decision-making is needed.
      • Creativity & Initiative: the ability to go beyond desk research, finding creative and effective ways of sourcing information and gaining insights, is key to this role.
      • Language Skills: fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of Italian is appreciated.
     
    • Location and Working Conditions

      • Location: the internship will take place in person at our office in Grono (Graubünden, CH), with the possibility of flexibly carrying out some hours remotely.
      • Accommodation: if deemed necessary, accommodation will be made available under favorable terms in Bellinzona (Ticino, CH).
      • Salary: the monthly compensation for the internship is CHF 1,000.
      • Start Date: the approximate start date for this internship is January 2025.
      • Duration: six months with the possibility of being extended.

    • Next Steps

    If you are interested in this opportunity, we kindly ask you to send your CV and cover letter (in English) to the email highlighted below. The subject line of your email should be "INTERNSHIP OFFER - RESEARCH & INVESTMENT ANALYST (Schengen area nationals)". We will review your application and contact you for further steps.

Please Send candidature at:

leonardo.marchesini@asia-impact.com