Learn About Investing!

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:28:17 -0400

The application is now live for Capital Group’s August 2021 Summer Investment Series, a virtual program designed to introduce students from underrepresented backgrounds to the basics of investing. More details below. Please note the application deadline is June 20th.

Perfect for students who are interested in learning about investing – either as a life skill or a potential career path! It is a terrific opportunity – and no finance background is required.

Introducing the Capital Group Summer Investment Series

Are you curious about understanding how businesses work? Why companies succeed or fail? Are you interested in thinking about the next 5 and 10 years of economic development, and how to understand impact in the corporate sector? Come learn how your skills and passions can translate to meaningful work with Capital Group.

Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddnAh5kyfEZcVPPKC1OSaWPqYb_Bh0OVvkDpj9q9r3ydAo6Q/viewform

We are excited to announce a virtual program that will introduce you to the basics of investing. A background in finance or business is not necessary: we’ll help you build skills through several hands-on sessions, and we’re focused on connection and mentorship. We will equip you with the tools to navigate a career in investment management & research.

Program Details

Participants will have the opportunity to hear panel discussions, participate in a case study, and interact with our investment colleagues to learn more about the industry.

Three virtual interactive seminars are scheduled for August 11, August 18, and August 25 from 3:00-4:30pm EST.

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

All incoming sophomores and juniors enrolled in 4-year colleges or universities in the US OR

Incoming second year students enrolled in 3 or 4-year colleges or universities in Asia or Europe

Who Should Apply

Students from groups underrepresented in financial services in the US (i.e. African American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, and First Gen students).

Students who, by reasons of their culture, class, race, ethnicity, background, work and life experiences, and/or skills and interests, would bring diversity to the investment management field.

A background in finance or investing is not required.

Capital Group is a global investment manager responsible for approximately $2 trillion of assets. Our goal is to improve people’s lives through successful investing. We help people pursue their financial goals of retiring comfortably, sending their children to college, buying their dream home, or traveling the world. Whatever their goals, we want our investors to live their best lives.