Careers

Working at River Capital

A career in fund management offers an exciting and dynamic environment where you’ll have the opportunity to shape investment strategies, balance risk and return, and navigate the complexities of global markets.

At River, we believe a key aspect of our success is our strong, long-term relationships with our co-investors and the management teams of the companies we invest in. These partnerships bring a human element to everything we do, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and trust, and creating a unique space where our team can thrive.

Internship opportunities

Real world experience

Offering university students hands-on experience in fund management across listed and unlisted equities.

First in Family

We celebrate the achievement of being the first in your family to attend university, recognising it as a milestone that shapes future generations and opens doors to lasting opportunities.

Real-world exposure

We provide meaningful, hands-on exposure to fund management, ensuring practical experience that bridges academic learning with industry practice.

Dual Experience

We develop skills across both public and private markets, creating a versatile skill set for navigating diverse fund management strategies.

Initiatives

Social Impact Investment Fund

At River, we are proud to support the Social Impact Investment Fund (SIIF), a student-led initiative at the University of Melbourne. This innovative program blends real-world market exposure with a commitment to meaningful change, with 100% of the fund’s returns donated to selected charities each year. SIIF helps empower students with professional learning opportunities and practical investment experience.

Together, we are fostering the next generation of socially conscious leaders while delivering tangible outcomes for the community.

How to apply

Our internship programs offer valuable experience in fund management.

We offer 2 internships per year, running for 12 weeks aligned with the university teaching periods of Semester 1 and Semester 2. No summer or winter internships are available.

Below is an overview of the key dates for our application process:

  • Applications Close: August
  • Interviews Conducted: September - October
  • Offers Confirmed: November

Interested in joining?


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