Financial Analyst Intern (Bilingual English and Mandarin)

Financial Analyst Internship

Location: New York, NY(On-site)

Employment Type: Unpaid Internship

Application Timeline: Rolling until filled

Internship Dates: Flexible start and end dates

About First Cover

First Cover is a New York-based global professional services firm serving public and growth-stage companies across more than 120 regions worldwide. We provide integrated capital markets advisory, regulatory compliance, and strategic communications services to help clients navigate complex market environments and support their long-term growth.

With access to an extensive global network of underwriters, distribution channels, and industry resources, First Cover combines market expertise with practical execution to deliver tailored solutions throughout each stage of a company's public market journey.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst Intern to join our Manhattan office. This internship is designed for students and recent graduates who are interested in gaining structured, hands-on learning experience in financial research, capital markets, data analysis, and business strategy within a professional services environment.

Working alongside experienced team members, interns will receive mentorship, participate in supervised learning projects, and develop practical skills through guided research, regular feedback, and report- and presentation-building opportunities.

Purpose of This Internship

The primary purpose of this internship is educational.

Interns will gain practical exposure to financial analysis by learning how company, market, and industry information is researched, evaluated, organized, and communicated in a professional business environment. Throughout the internship, interns will receive structured guidance from experienced team members while developing analytical, research, presentation, and professional communication skills applicable to future careers in finance and capital markets.

The internship is intended to complement the intern's academic and professional development through supervised learning experiences rather than independent responsibility for business operations.

Internship Learning Objectives

• Throughout the internship, interns will have opportunities to learn and develop skills in:
• Company and industry research
• Financial statement and business document review
• Capital markets and securities research
• Data collection, verification, and organization
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Excel and PowerPoint for professional deliverables
• AI tools for research and workflow support
• Professional communication and collaboration
• Presentation and work-sample development

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in supervised financial research and analysis projects alongside experienced team members.
• Assist in researching public companies, market conditions, industry developments, and relevant financial trends.
• Learn how financial, securities, market, and industry data are collected, verified, organized, and evaluated.
• Observe and participate in project discussions to understand how research supports client services and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with reviewing financial reports, business documents, legal materials, and other publicly available information under team guidance.
• Support the preparation of research summaries, analytical reports, and presentation materials for internal review.
• Participate in review sessions to understand how findings are evaluated, refined, and communicated professionally.
• Complete structured research or presentation projects designed for professional development and work-sample building.
• Attend regular mentorship sessions and receive ongoing feedback throughout the internship.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Professional fluency in Mandarin and strong English communication skills.
• Interest in financial analysis, investment research, capital markets, accounting, or business strategy.
• Ability to read and understand financial reports, business documents, and other research materials.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with guidance.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and quickly learn new tools.
• Ability to commute to the Manhattan office.

Preferred Skills

• Coursework or project experience in financial analysis, investment research, accounting, economics, corporate finance, or a related area.
• Experience preparing research reports, presentations, case studies, or other analytical academic projects.
• Familiarity with financial statements, public-company filings, market research, or business databases.
• Experience using Excel for data organization, analysis, or basic financial modeling.
• Familiarity with AI tools used to support research, data analysis, and workflow efficiency.
• Interest in public companies, capital markets, financial services, or cross-border business.

What You Will Get

• Structured mentorship from experienced professionals
• Guided exposure to professional financial research and analytical workflows
• Opportunity to build research, reporting, and presentation work samples
• Experience working in a multicultural business environment
• Practical understanding of public-company research, capital markets, and client-service projects
• Professional recommendation based on performance
• Networking opportunities within the company

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Weekly team treats and stocked office snacks
• A monthly stipend may be provided to help offset transportation and other internship-related expenses

Working Hours

• Full-time internship (approximately 40 hours per week) 

Work Location

• In-person