Investment Fund Managers

Employers

Investment fund managers work for investment and asset management firms, banks, and other employers that are located throughout the United States. Many employers are located in large metropolitan areas such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. There are nearly 462,840 managers (all others not listed) employed in the United States, according to the Department of Labor. Of those, nearly 38,880 work in the management of companies and enterprises industry.

Starting Out

Many investment fund managers get started in their careers through an internship in an investment firm or bank while they are in school. Ask your school's career services office for help with finding internship opportunities. They also find jobs through referrals from professional associations and by searching investment companies' Web sites for career resources and job openings. Investment fund managers also use social media, such as LinkedIn and Twitter, to learn more about companies and prospective jobs. Investment companies and banks often participate in on-campus recruitment fairs, so be sure to check with your school's career services office for upcoming events. These organizations are usually seeking entry-level employees so be sure to prepare your resume and your interview skills.