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Founded in 1939, Neuberger is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. From offices in 39 cities worldwide, the firm manages $558 billion in client assets (as of September, 2025) across a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally.
Summary
Neuberger is seeking students who are passionate about asset management to join our Institutional Client Group (“ICG”) for an 8-week internship focused on developing client facing professionals. Our interns will partner with members of the ICG on business development and consultant relationship management initiatives to gain exposure to the institutional channel, while also participating in the broader firm intern programming.
Successful interns will be given the opportunity to join our Client Analyst Rotational Program (“STAR Program”) - full-time permanent position that starts the following summer designed to prepare participants for career opportunities within our Institutional Client Group.
Responsibilities:
Institutional Client Group:
- Create internal meeting preparation materials for client advisors and investment teams
- Coordinate with Associates and Analysts to respond to ad-hoc client requests and work on strategic projects
- Help facilitate materials for both internal and client/prospect meetings
- Analyze and collect the latest industry/market information to help identify target prospects
- Contribute to Salesforce data accuracy by monitoring client & consultant websites, auditing distribution lists, etc.
- Own and coordinate weekly deliverables to be distributed to the broader ICG
- Opportunity to engage with senior professionals and investment teams throughout the program, including the final project
Firm Intern Programming:
- Attend firm panels focused on Neuberger’s lines of businesses and operations, including portfolio management, corporate divisions, research, alternatives and distribution
- Participate in various Learning and Engagement offerings including interviewing and presentation skills
- Corporate volunteer event with a select not-for-profit partner organization
- Research and assess the investment quality of a specific company in small groups
- Compile and analyze company/industry research and present a buy/sell/hold recommendation to a group of Neuberger’s senior portfolio managers
Qualifications
- 2028 spring or 2027 Winter graduate with strong academic credentials (GPA 3.5+ preferably)
- Finance or Economic major, membership of campus investment or financial clubs (preferably)
- Series Industry Essentials exams, prior internships in Financial Services industry (preferably)
- Candidates should be energetic, curious, and motivated self-starter
- Strong sales orientation/aptitude and/or keen interest in the institutional business
- Effective communication exemplified through strong presentation and writing skills
- Team-player with a collaborative attitude
- Ability to work independently and manage/prioritize multiple projects
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail-oriented
Compensation Details
The hourly rate for this role is $30. This is the hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted hourly rate, and the hourly rate may be modified in the future. This hourly rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Neuberger is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact onlineaccommodations@nb.com.
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About Neuberger:
Founded in 1939, Neuberger is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. From offices in 39 cities worldwide, the firm manages $558 billion in client assets (as of September, 2025) across a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally.
Summary
Neuberger is seeking students who are passionate about asset management to join our Institutional Client Group (“ICG”) for an 8-week internship focused on developing client facing professionals. Our interns will partner with members of the ICG on business development and consultant relationship management initiatives to gain exposure to the institutional channel, while also participating in the broader firm intern programming.
Successful interns will be given the opportunity to join our Client Analyst Rotational Program (“STAR Program”) - full-time permanent position that starts the following summer designed to prepare participants for career opportunities within our Institutional Client Group.
Responsibilities:
Institutional Client Group:
- Create internal meeting preparation materials for client advisors and investment teams
- Coordinate with Associates and Analysts to respond to ad-hoc client requests and work on strategic projects
- Help facilitate materials for both internal and client/prospect meetings
- Analyze and collect the latest industry/market information to help identify target prospects
- Contribute to Salesforce data accuracy by monitoring client & consultant websites, auditing distribution lists, etc.
- Own and coordinate weekly deliverables to be distributed to the broader ICG
- Opportunity to engage with senior professionals and investment teams throughout the program, including the final project
Firm Intern Programming:
- Attend firm panels focused on Neuberger’s lines of businesses and operations, including portfolio management, corporate divisions, research, alternatives and distribution
- Participate in various Learning and Engagement offerings including interviewing and presentation skills
- Corporate volunteer event with a select not-for-profit partner organization
- Research and assess the investment quality of a specific company in small groups
- Compile and analyze company/industry research and present a buy/sell/hold recommendation to a group of Neuberger’s senior portfolio managers
Qualifications
- 2028 spring or 2027 Winter graduate with strong academic credentials (GPA 3.5+ preferably)
- Finance or Economic major, membership of campus investment or financial clubs (preferably)
- Series Industry Essentials exams, prior internships in Financial Services industry (preferably)
- Candidates should be energetic, curious, and motivated self-starter
- Strong sales orientation/aptitude and/or keen interest in the institutional business
- Effective communication exemplified through strong presentation and writing skills
- Team-player with a collaborative attitude
- Ability to work independently and manage/prioritize multiple projects
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail-oriented
Compensation Details
The hourly rate for this role is $30. This is the hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted hourly rate, and the hourly rate may be modified in the future. This hourly rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Neuberger is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact onlineaccommodations@nb.com.
Learn about the Applicant Privacy Notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Client Specialist
Align your credentials to Trainee program requirements
The J-1 Trainee category requires either a degree plus one year of related work experience, or five years of full-time experience in client services. Auditing your resume against these thresholds before applying saves you from pursuing hosts who can't support your category.
Target employers with existing DS-2019 relationships
Host employers who have previously worked with a designated sponsor organization like Cultural Vistas or CIEE already understand the training plan process. Focusing your outreach on these organizations shortens the onboarding timeline significantly compared to introducing a sponsor from scratch.
Search J-1-friendly Client Specialist roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Client Specialist positions by employers that have demonstrated openness to exchange visitor arrangements. Narrowing your search this way avoids wasting applications on companies unfamiliar with the DS-2019 host process.
Draft a structured training plan before the offer stage
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan showing specific client-facing objectives, skill benchmarks, and supervision methods for each program phase. Having a draft ready when you receive an offer signals competence and accelerates sponsor approval, which can otherwise stall a start date by weeks.
Confirm whether your role carries the two-year home residency requirement
Client Specialist positions funded by a government agency or tied to graduate medical education may trigger the J-1 two-year home country residency requirement. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since a waiver application adds several months to any future status change.
Verify your host employer's E-Verify enrollment before signing
J-1 exchange visitors authorized to work must still complete I-9 employment verification. Some host employers outside the STEM sector are not enrolled in E-Verify, which can complicate your onboarding paperwork. Checking enrollment status through E-Verify before accepting an offer prevents last-minute compliance issues.
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Find Client Specialist JobsClient Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Client Specialist role?
Most Client Specialist positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you hold a relevant degree plus at least one year of professional experience, or under the Specialist category if you have recognized expertise in a narrowly defined field. Current students completing a degree may qualify under the Intern category for placements directly tied to their field of study. Your designated sponsor organization determines which category applies based on your background and the training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Client Specialist position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or IIE, not the employer hiring you. The employer is the host organization. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, approves your training plan, and monitors program compliance throughout your exchange. Confusing the host employer with the sponsor is one of the most common misunderstandings applicants encounter during the offer stage.
How do I find Client Specialist employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search Client Specialist roles filtered by employers that have shown openness to exchange visitor program arrangements. Because J-1 host employers must agree to a structured training plan and cooperate with a designated sponsor, targeting companies already familiar with this process significantly improves your chances of advancing past the initial screening stage.
What does a J-1 training plan need to cover for a Client Specialist role?
A J-1 Trainee training plan for a Client Specialist position must outline specific phases of training, the client-facing skills being developed in each phase, measurable benchmarks, supervision arrangements, and a schedule. Generic job descriptions are not sufficient. The designated sponsor reviews and must approve the plan before issuing the DS-2019, so vague objectives typically result in revision requests that delay your start date.
Does the J-1 two-year home residency requirement apply to Client Specialist roles?
It depends on your funding source and nationality. If your exchange is funded by the U.S. government, your home country government, or involves graduate medical training, the two-year home residency requirement applies automatically. Most private-sector Client Specialist Trainee placements funded by the host employer are not subject to this requirement, but your designated sponsor must confirm your status in writing before you accept an offer, since the requirement affects any future H-1B or immigrant visa application.
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