Description

Sawmill Trust Company (STC) is accepting applications for a paid internship for the summer of 2026.

Sawmill is a private multi-family office dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of families across generations. Established by the Brooks family to manage proceeds from the Brooks-Scanlon forest products business, we remain committed to serving as an extension of each family's investment needs, independent of large financial institutions.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Summer Investment Analyst to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in investment management within a collaborative and research-driven environment. The intern will support various aspects of the investment process, including asset allocation analysis, portfolio construction research, manager evaluation, and portfolio monitoring.

Responsibilities:

•    Assist in identifying, evaluating, and monitoring investment opportunities across various asset classes.
•    Participate in meetings with investment managers and contribute to due diligence processes.
•    Research market trends, investment strategies, and emerging opportunities to support portfolio decisions.
•    Maintain and update investment databases to track prospective and existing investments

Requirements

Qualifications:

•    Pursuing a degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
•    Strong academic record with a solid understanding of basic investment concepts.
•    Maintain a minimum GPA, 3.0 (or B) as specified by an academic institution.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
•    Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
•    Effective oral and written communication abilities.
•    Demonstrated integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

•    Practical Investment Knowledge: Develop a deeper understanding of investment strategies, asset allocation, and portfolio management techniques.
•    Technical Skills: Gain experience working with financial tools, data analysis, and investment research platforms.
•    Industry Exposure: Learn about diverse asset classes and gain insights into how investment decisions are made in a professional setting.
•    Professional Development: Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
•    Resume Building Experience: Participate in meaningful projects that directly contribute to investment research and decision-making processes.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their interest in the position, along with a resume, to Sheila Sornsen sheila.sornsen@sawmilltrust.com. Please include “Sawmill Trust Summer Investment Analyst Application" in the subject line.

Sawmill Trust is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The internship position requires candidates to be available for regular working hours in downtown Minneapolis. While there may or may not be an immediate opportunity for a full-time role at Sawmill Trust Company following the internship, it is worth noting that many of our past interns have successfully transitioned to full-time positions within the industry after their internship experience.