Hedge Fund Sales Consultant Intern - Summer 2026

Hedge Fund Sales Consultant Intern- Summer 2026

Have immediate impact | Be passionate about what you do | Grow with us

Cleveland Research Company is an employee owned, independent research firm, headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 2006, CRC has expanded to 15 research teams publishing research on over 150 companies. We pride ourselves on a disciplined research process that has us regularly engaged with investors and the industries we cover. We are focused on identifying fundamental inflection points to aid in the rigorous analysis of our covered companies and industry forecasts. Our clients (Hedge Funds, Mutual Funds, Branded manufacturers, and Food manufacturers) find value from getting in front of key trends that lead to money making stock calls, and better strategic and financial decisions. We are committed to a singular focus on providing the most accurate and reliable research product in the market.

As a Hedge Fund Sales Consultant Summer Intern, you will work on one of our multi-strategy teams, with a focus on learning our various coverage spaces, developing relationships with clients and prospects, and identifying key trends within our research and various sales processes.

Responsibilities include:

• “Live the life” with one of our multi-strategy hedge fund sales teams where you learn about our various coverage spaces and sales processes
  • Interns will be expected to arrive at the office by 6:15am on a daily basis
• Develop and maintain relationships with both internal and external industry sources
• Research and identify key trends within CRC’s coverage spaces
• Attend industry events to gain an in-depth understanding of the sector
• Learn the process of identifying prospective clients and managing negotiations

In addition to being on one of our sales teams, the intern experience will include:

• An independent project
• Weekly group financial discussions with the President of CRC
• Attending a sales marketing trip in NYC
• Mock portfolio competition
• Comprehensive training programs including weekly mentor interactions, classroom style sessions, and job shadow experiences
• Consideration for a full-time equity research sales role upon graduation

The intern position is uniquely designed to give students a comprehensive understanding of the role of an Equity Research Sales Associate, as well as the other aspects of Cleveland Research’s business. During your time at Cleveland Research, we give you the opportunity to have a real impact on your team and the firm. The 2026 Internship program is 12 weeks long running from May, 2026 to August, 2026 . We also are evaluating you for future career opportunities.

Position Requirements:

• This internship is open to applicants graduating in May 2026, December 2026, or May 2027
• Currently enrolled in a graduate or an undergraduate program. We consider all majors.
  • Business acumen preferred
• Strong work ethic and interest in learning the equity research industry
• Well-developed analytical skills
• Ability to master complex tasks and multi-task with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• This position requires a full-time, on-site presence at our downtown Cleveland office in order to effectively work with teams.

BENEFITS: Competitive pay, free fully furnished downtown apartment, free food and events