Summer 2027 Research Internship

One Degree Advisors: Summer Research Internship

Date: Summer 2027 (schedule and start date negotiable)

Hours: 15 hours per week

Duration: Six weeks

Pay Status: Hourly – Part-time

Reports To: Anthony Saffer, CEO

About One Degree Advisors

One Degree Advisors, in San Diego, CA, helps families maximize their return on life through financial planning, investment management, and family legacy planning. We serve as the coordinator of a family's financial team—central to their success and the well-being of those they influence.

At One Degree, we put our clients first. This requires working with excellence and valuing the trust placed in us. We are an independent firm committed to objectivity in our advice, and we share what we know through our YouTube channels and other educational outreach.

If you are motivated by meaningful work, interested in people and finances, and eager to grow within a financial advisory practice, we would love to talk with you.

Internship Description

One Degree Advisors is offering a Research Internship in San Diego, CA.

You will work alongside our advisory team, gaining a real-world introduction to financial planning, investment management, and client-focused advisory work. You will contribute to actual client work, assist advisors with research, and participate in the daily flow of a growing advisory firm—including internal staff and advisor meetings.

The role requires both independent initiative and the ability to communicate findings clearly to the advisors you support. Templates and guidance will be provided, though creativity and curiosity are welcomed. You can expect regular check-ins with a firm advisor to discuss progress, completed work, and career development.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Research investment vehicles and financial planning topics to support advisor and client work

Compile and present research concisely for advisor review and application

Assist with client work

Support marketing initiatives and firm projects as assigned

Participate in internal staff and advisor meetings

Special projects and other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Strong research and internet skills

Excellent organizational skills

A desire to learn about financial planning and investments, and to understand what advisory work looks like in practice

Strong communication skills: written, verbal, and interpersonal

Creativity and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Attention to detail

Must be punctual

Professional appearance

Adherence to confidentiality

Education / Experience

Current college enrollment or degree preferred; no industry experience required.

This job description is subject to revision at any time.