2024 Summer Internship: Enhancing Investment Strategies with AI

VasuPatel

By Vasu Patel, Investments Intern

AI served as an Investments Intern at the Pension Boards, focusing on integrating AI (Artificial Intelligence) into our fixed income portfolio.

My main project involved leveraging a large language model (LLM) to parse ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) data and selecting fund managers based on this analysis. I actively participated in weekly investment team meetings, engaging in investment discussions and networking with team members.

“My main project involved leveraging a large language model (LLM) to parse ESG data and selecting fund managers based on this analysis.”

Additionally, I joined fund manager calls and gained insights from quarterly updates on investment returns and market outlook. Throughout the internship, I developed skills in Excel modeling, AI, LLMs, and ESG metrics. I also enrolled in the Bloomberg ESG course to further support my role.

Highlights of my internship include an organizational picnic, collaboration with fellow interns on a capstone project, and attendance at weekly roundtable meetings with key individuals. This immersive experience has significantly broadened my knowledge and skills in a professional setting.

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