Operations Intern Dark Alpha Capital
Remote | Internship (Unpaid) | Part-Time or Full-Time Summer 2026
The Operations Intern will support the core administrative and functional processes of the firm. This hands-on role offers broad exposure to the operational backbone of a modern investment company, focusing on improving process efficiency, managing critical data, and ensuring organizational standards are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze existing operational workflows and propose/implement solutions to enhance speed and efficiency. Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Assist in managing, updating, and ensuring the accuracy of data across various internal systems, including the CRM, asset tracking logs, and compliance records.
- Provide daily support for internal logistics, including scheduling, meeting preparation, supply chain management, and organizing firm-wide resources.
- Assist in maintaining organized digital and physical filing systems, ensuring strict adherence to the firm’s record retention and regulatory compliance policies.
- Support larger operational projects, such as system migration, platform rollouts, or organizational restructuring efforts.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, formulas) and the wider Microsoft Office or Google Workspace suite.
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professional maturity.
- Demonstrated initiative and eagerness to learn about financial operations and compliance standards.
What We Offer
- Academic Credit Support
We fully support academic credit requirements. If your university offers internship credit and requires documentation, evaluations, or formal agreements, we are happy to review and complete the necessary paperwork in coordination with your institution. - Fully Remote & Flexible Schedule
This is a fully remote position with flexible hours, making it ideal for students and early-career professionals balancing academic commitments. - Operational Excellence
Gain hands-on experience in analyzing, designing, and documenting operational workflows. Build a strong understanding of the operational side of compliance and regulation. Opportunity to move beyond task execution by engaging in strategic problem-solving. - Performance-Based Growth Opportunities
High performers may be considered for extended engagements or future full-time opportunities as the firm continues to scale. - Access to Modern Tools & Systems
Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard financial modeling tools, CRM systems, automation platforms, and cloud-based collaboration environments. - High-Ownership, Growth-Oriented Culture
We operate in a lean, execution-driven environment where initiative is valued, ideas are welcomed, and team members are empowered to take ownership of outcomes.
If you’re a passionate, quick-learning student or recent grad excited to gain practical software development experience in a high-impact setting, we’d love to hear from you!
Dark Alpha Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and interns.