Senior Resident, Alternative Investments Fellowship Program (AIFP)

Title: Senior Resident, Alternative Investments Fellowship Program (AIFP) Department: SEO Career & Alternative Investments Report to: Associate Director, Alternative Investments Compensation: $94,000 - $110,600 FLSA: Exempt Employee Type: Full-Time, Regular Location: New York, NY Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days/week in the SEO office at 55 Exchange Place, New York, NY 10005 ABOUT SEO Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually. POSITION OVERVIEW The Senior Resident, Alternative Investments Fellowship Program (AIFP) is a hands-on industry expert and program leader responsible for strengthening SEO's coaching, mentoring, and curriculum model for participants pursuing careers in Private Equity and the broader Alternative Investments space. Drawing on Private Equity industry experience, this role serves as a trusted advisor to program staff, a mentor and coach to fellows, and a strategic contributor to program design and partner engagement. The Senior Fellow will play a central role in increasing the alternative investments pipeline by preparing the next generation of investment professionals. Industry Expertise & Program Leadership Serve as a trusted and strategic partner to the Associate Director, Alternative Investments, Assistant Director, Investment Banking & Markets and the SEO Career & Alts Programs team, providing private equity industry knowledge and perspective to strengthen programming and increase diversity in the alternatives space. Advise on and participate in the development and maintenance of curriculum materials targeted at preparing candidates for private equity analyst and associate recruiting, drawing on publicly available resources and third-party training materials; coordinate licensing and hosting arrangements as needed. Advise on and participate in the development and maintenance of a calendar of partner-led events — including panels, breakfast meetings, and networking sessions — to engage private equity partner firms and build candidates' readiness for investment roles. Create industry-specific materials, including case studies, student-facing and partner-facing materials for events and sessions where deep private equity knowledge is required, ensuring content reflects current market dynamics and recruiting expectations. Monitor the broader recruiting landscape for emerging trends — including shifts in hiring volumes, role types, fund strategies, and sector demand — and translate findings into actionable insights that inform curriculum development and program strategy. Fellow Selection, Coaching & Mentorship Support the overall selection of AIFP fellows, including contributing to program marketing, candidate screening, and interviews of prospective participants. Mentor and coach young professionals and AIFP fellows as they prepare to enter the private equity industry, fostering professional growth, industry acumen, technical finance skills, and their connection to SEO. Participate in regular training sessions, networking opportunities, and programming touchpoints — including breakfast meetings and panels — to deepen fellows' exposure to the industry and professional networks. Support all activities leading up to and the day of the SEO Alternative Investments Conference (AICON). Pipeline Development Identify interview-ready candidates for open analyst and associate private equity roles at partner firms; coordinate or arrange third-party coaching to increase participants' interview readiness. Recommend candidates who are prepared to compete for roles and support partner sourcing, marketing, and relations efforts as needed. Draft written content for candidate engagement and development as needed. Performance Tracking & Reporting Participate in check-ins providing updates on completed work, ongoing tasks, emerging challenges, and proposed adjustments to programming plans. Contribute to performance reporting, i…