SEO Alternative Investments
Discover your future in alternative investments
Unlock a dynamic career in alternative investments
Our comprehensive SEO Alternative Investments program initiatives offer education, hands-on exposure, training, and mentorship to help you excel in the industry. Since 2009, we’ve connected hundreds of ambitious young professionals with influential leaders who are passionate about expanding opportunities. All are welcome to apply.
“I’ve been part of many organizations throughout my life, but as I look ahead and reflect on the experiences that have made the biggest impact, the SEO Investment Academy stands out without question.”
J.P. Morgan 1st Year Analyst
“SEO provided me with a broader understanding of the diverse career opportunities available in the industry, as well as the personal stories behind the professional success. Overall, it was a great experience that gave me a fresh perspective on career growth, and professional relationships.”
BlackRock 2nd Year Analyst
“I didn’t come from an environment where I had the resources or social circle to support me in my career, and I was underprepared for the recruiting process into private equity. Being part of the AIFP, I felt like I was given a lot of knowledge, resources and network to prepare for that job in a very short period of time.”
Eileen Huang AIFP Fellow ‘17, Senior Associate, New Light Partners
Our Programs
Regardless of the type of investing you’re interested in — buyout, growth, credit, real estate, infrastructure, hedge fund, etc. — our program initiatives are designed to help you succeed in this competitive space.
Alternate Investment Fellowship Program (AIFP)
Investment Academy
Credit Academy
Alpha Academy
Endowments & Foundations Fellowship
Annual Alternative Investment Conference (AICON)
Partnership Benefits
Together, we’ll continue to build a pipeline of exceptional and motivated young professionals for careers on the buy-side. As a SEO Alternative Partner, your firm will:
- Attend networking events to meet Fellows and top tier candidates in the SEO Pipeline throughout the year
- Receive class resume books multiple times a year
- Receive custom resume books as needed during recruiting efforts
- Receive complimentary passes to AICON, Annual NYC conference
- Make an impact through one-on-one mentorship
- Host sessions to educate Fellows about your firm
- Lead training sessions to build fellows technical know-how
“Centerbridge has had a long and highly rewarding partnership with the SEO Alternative Investment Fellowship, which creates a pathway for exceptional early career talent. We’re grateful to SEO for creating viable career pathways for future generations of leaders who join us with the foundational business and relationship skills to make an immediate impact.”
Courtney Mosch Human Capital Managing Director, Centerbridge Partners
“SEO is both a high engagement opportunity for our young professionals to mentor SEO members and also one of our very best sources of new talent into the firm. They’re the definition of a great partner, and the Permira Foundation is proud to support the valuable work they do.”
John Coyle Partner at Permira
Powerful alumni network
SEO’s network of more than 26,000 alumni spans 46 U.S. states and 48 countries. Many have become industry leaders across financial services, banking, law, non-profit, technology and corporate sectors. Some have become judges, congress members and entrepreneurs, while others have launched SEO affiliate programs across the globe. And many give back to SEO by becoming mentors, coaches, board members, donors, partners, and more.
