Junior Analyst - Portfolio… at StepStone Group · La Jolla

Summary: StepStone Group is a global private markets specialist delivering tailored investment solutions and data-driven insights. They are currently seeking interns for their Portfolio Management team, where candidates will gain hands-on experience in investment research and data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities: - Work with private markets data, collecting and reconciling information from internal sources (MySQL, PDF’s and Excel files) - Develop and test financial models to support investment decision-making (Python, R, VBA) - Conduct data-driven analyses to identify trends in private markets - Support portfolio management efforts through ad hoc analysis and research projects - Communicate insights and findings to internal teams and produce written documentation of data, models, and code Required Qualifications: - Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field - Previous internship or work experience in finance, consulting, or data analysis is strongly preferred - Solid understanding of Python, R, or VBA for data analysis - Strong attention to detail and ability to critically check work while maintaining a humble, learning-focused approach - Team-oriented mindset—able to take feedback constructively, collaborate effectively, and contribute to shared goals - Proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL, Power BI, or data visualization tools is a plus - No task is too small—willingness to roll up sleeves and take initiative in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with financial markets, investment concepts, and private markets is a plus Required Skills: Python, R, VBA Important Skills: MySQL, Excel, Power BI, data analysis Nice-to-Have Skills: team-oriented mindset, attention to detail, collaboration, initiative Benefits: Equal Opportunity Employer, Employment Resource Groups, Mentorship programs