2026 Summer Analyst, Operations

Position Overview

Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes.

The Investment Operations team serves as a key enabler of Apollo's global business, delivering comprehensive operational support across our diverse portfolio of Funds, Separately Managed Accounts, and Portfolio Companies. Our expertise encompasses Trading Operations, Middle Office functions, Pricing and Reference Data, Reconciliation, Treasury Operations, and Business Management & Strategy. Through a strong commitment to robust risk management and scalable solutions, we enable Apollo to operate efficiently and adapt to the evolving needs of the organization.

Apollo is seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to join the Investment Operations team as a Summer Intern. In this role, you will collaborate closely with internal teams, including senior leadership, Finance, Internal Audit, and Compliance, as well as external partners such as Portfolio Companies and fund administrators. You will gain hands-on experience supporting end-to-end operational processes and participate in impactful projects alongside both junior and senior professionals. The ideal candidate demonstrates high learning agility, strong analytical and interpersonal abilities, and thrives in collaborative environments with team members at all levels.

Primary Responsibilities:

Apollo operates as a unified team, leveraging collaboration across regions and disciplines to identify and pursue exceptional opportunities. As a Summer Intern within Investment Operations, you will actively engage with professionals at all levels on a variety of projects and day-to-day initiatives that drive operational excellence. You will also expand your expertise across a broad spectrum of products, technologies, and professional competencies. Examples of highly relevant skills and exposures include:

• Product knowledge exposure to private and public assets

• Bank Debt and respective Facility Types (term loans, revolvers, delayed draws, etc.)

• Commercial Real Estate loans
• Public Funds
• Corporate Bonds
• Credit Default Swaps
• Corporate Actions (Mandatory and Voluntary)
• Foreign Exchange (FX)
• Equity/Options (listed and OTC)
• Financing Instruments (REPOs, Bond Forward etc.)
• Deepening your understanding of core financial concepts, including P&L, NAV, and related analytics
• Developing strong communication skills through day-to-day collaboration
• Demonstrating a strong work ethic, initiative, and a commitment to continuous learning and individual growth
• Building proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), a requirement for the role
• Gaining hands-on experience with operational systems relevant to the trade lifecycle, such as Order Management Systems and Accounting Systems
• Exploring the application of artificial intelligence and automation within investment operations
• Piloting and optimizing workflows via user driven automation (e.g., LLM prompt engineering or LLMs to create code such as Python scripts for ETL functions) and using the latest advancements such as agentic AI solutions
• Engaging with Operations and Engineering/Data teams to learn best practices for change management when implementing new tools and processes

Your responsibilities may also include:

• Maintaining data integrity and ensuring timely processing of transactions, while upholding operational controls and documenting evidence of compliance
• Gaining insight into the integration and daily workflow of applications utilized by the Operations group
• Partnering with internal teams across Apollo, fostering collaboration at multiple levels of management
• Updating process documentation and providing clear audit trails for controls and calculations
• Responding to inquiries, cultivating relationships, and collaborating with external stakeholders to resolve operational challenges
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of end-to-end support processes, including enhancements to operational procedures and learning tools
• Working alongside Engineering and Data teams to automate workflows or apply artificial intelligence and analytics, thereby improving efficiency and strengthening internal controls
• Assisting operations teams in understanding, testing, and adopting innovative technology platforms
• Supporting a variety of ad-hoc requests, demonstrating adaptability and an eagerness to learn

Our Summer Program

Our 10-week Summer Program provides full immersion into the small, dynamic teams that drive Apollo's innovative investment strategies and access to an unparalleled, apprenticeship learning experience. Come to Apollo and join a community of extraordinary people who are committed to a culture of excellence and collaboration in everything that we do.

Our Purpose and Core Values

Our clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be:

• The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals.
• The leading provider of capital solutions to companies, with a unique ability to partner at scale and deliver thoughtful, dedicated guidance.
• A contributor to global challenges—such as energy transition, technological innovation, and social impact—using investment as a force for good.

As" One Apollo" We:

• Outperform expectations
• Challenge convention
• Champion opportunity
• Lead responsibly
• Drive collaboration

We believe great work and having fun go hand-in-hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.

Qualifications & Experience

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about operational excellence and driven by digital innovation.

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a BA or BS degree in a STEM or Business-related field (Class of 2027), with a track record of academic excellence and a demonstrated commitment to finance and innovative technologies (including AI, machine learning, LLM prompt engineering, workflow automation and data analytics) through internships, work experience, or relevant coursework
• Exhibit sharp critical thinking skills with an aptitude for quantitative and analytical problem solving, and communicate ideas effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Thrive in collaborative environments and can also excel independently, capably multitasking and prioritizing competing responsibilities to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Display a proactive approach, strong organizational skills, and a positive attitude, paired with a dedicated work ethic and exceptional attention to detail
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and adept at navigating data-driven tasks

Pay Range

$85,000-$90,000

Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity.

The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.

The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.