VIP Research & Management (VIP) is a regulated investment company based in South Korea with a total AUM of USD 3 billion. Our history roots back to 2003 when J.C. Choi and Peter Kim co-founded the company to pursue value investing, at the time a rare investment strategy in Korea. We pride ourselves for 19 years of outstanding track record and commitment to clients. Our AUM is comprised of funds from high net worth individuals, institutional investors, and sovereign wealth funds.
The multi-strategy team at VIP Research & Management is looking for a research assistant intern to provide insights into innovative foreign companies with long-term growth potential.
[What we look for]
– Native-level English ability
– Proficiency in Chinese and/or Japanese is a plus
– Interest in capital markets (equities in particular) with basic knowledge in the field.
– Knowledge and interest in frontier technologies such as AI, cloud services, genomics, blockchain, etc. is a plus.
– Passion and tenacity to dig deep into what others do not see.
[Role as research assistant intern]
– The research assistant intern will be asked to provide in-depth research on several global companies with a focus on technological innovation. In addition to understanding the fundamental business model of the companies, the intern will use unconventional research channels (social media, field survey, online forums, etc.) to provide valuable insights.
[Internship details]
– The research assistant intern will have opportunities to receive training, mentoring, and insights from a veteran portfolio manager
– Flexible duration of internship (1~6 months): after an initial evaluation period, the internship may be extended to 6 months
[How to apply]
– Please submit a 2-page form in the following format, to gsg@vipasset.co.kr by Tuesday, August 23rd
– Expected start date is ASAP
– NOTE: Please indicate your work availability period in your resume
– 1st page: English resume
– 2nd page: “If you could buy & hold one company until 2030, which would you choose and why?” OR “What do you look for in a company that others do not?” (300 words max)
– All documents to be in English only / PDF format / file name: “MultiIntern_YourName.pdf”
– For further inquiries, please contact gsg@vipasset.co.kr
