Crist|Kolder Associates is hiring: Research Analyst Internship in Downers Grove

Research Analyst Internship Position

During the 12-week in-person internship with the Firm, the Research Analyst’s primary focus will be to execute a major project, known as the Crist|Kolder Volatility Report. This annual research study examines the volatility of movement at the CEO, COO, and CFO levels of the top publicly traded and privately held companies in the United States. Each year, this report consistently garners press from such publications as The Wall Street Journal, Business Week, Forbes, The Economist, and the Financial Times. The most recent addition of the Crist|Kolder Volatility Report can be found at: www.cristkolder.com

Crist|Kolder Associates has welcomed two undergraduate Research Analyst Interns every summer since the inception of the Firm. We are looking for students entering their Senior year of undergrad, the fall semester of 2026. We expect them to be engaged from early June until they return to school in August. We also require our interns to return during Christmas break for a few days to complete the project.

Furthermore, the Research Interns will work on additional projects over the course of their internship, including:

• Analyzing industry trends and building the firm’s knowledge about particular industries, companies, and executives
• Monitoring recent market developments affecting companies and key executives

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

• Ability to be in office five days a week in Downers Grove, Illinois;
• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, data analytics or economics;
• A demonstrated record of academic achievement;
• Strong research skills and the ability to navigate various research databases;
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Pivot Table and VBA knowledge strongly desired;
• Outstanding project management skills and ability to partner with fellow intern;
• Intellectual curiosity and iterative work style;
• A mature and professional demeanor;
• Strong communication skills;

We welcome qualified, interested candidates to share, with us, their resume. We will only review resumes from individuals who live in the Chicagoland area, as we do not offer housing.