Research Assistant – Responsible Investing, Summer Internship

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +26 more states.

📋 Description

• Provide support for academic and industry research as well as analysis regarding the social impact of current and prospective investments.

• Develop thought leadership initiatives.

• Enhance performance on responsible investing and sustainability factors across TPG’s global investment portfolio.

• Collaborate with dynamic teams engaged in research, deal work, and interactions with TPG portfolio companies.

• Address topics related to responsible investing, including human capital management, stakeholder relations, environmental health and safety, climate change, and other sustainability issues.

• Assist in impact assessments and support decision-making pertaining to TPG funds, companies, and investment vehicles.

• Evaluate sustainability performance and provide guidance on risk mitigation and opportunities for value creation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must have authorization to work in the U.S.; employment-based immigration sponsorship is not provided.

• Must reside in one of the following states during the internship: Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, Arkansas, Colorado, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming.

• Undergraduate student who has completed at least two years of study or a graduate student actively pursuing a degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sustainability, Business, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field.

• Experience or a demonstrated interest in responsible investing, corporate social responsibility, climate/sustainability, consulting, finance, impact investing, or a related field.

• Proficient in conducting and synthesizing market research efficiently.

• Capable of using AI-enabled research and productivity tools effectively, responsibly, and with sound judgment.

• Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Fluency in English is required.

• Familiarity with sustainability performance assessment/reporting frameworks such as SASB or GRI is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid internship compensation of $22.50 per hour.

• Internship duration spans from early June to late August 2027.

• 40 hours of work per week.