Program
Overview
Santa Monica, CA | Paid | In-Office
An immersive 6 week rotational internship designed to give students hands-on exposure to wealth management, investing, tax, marketing, and client services.
As a Summer Intern at Gerber Kawasaki (GK), you’ll contribute to meaningful, real-world projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and gain insight into multiple career paths within an independent, growing wealth and investment management firm.
The GK Summer Rotational Internship is designed for current Juniors and Seniors pursuing degrees in finance, economics, business, or related fields. This is a paid, 100% in-office program based in Santa Monica, CA, offering hands-on experience across several key areas of the firm:
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Client Services & Client Experience
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Investment Research & Portfolio Strategy
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Tax & Compliance Exposure
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Marketing, Brand & Outreach
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Emerging Areas (Crypto, ETFs, Special Projects)
Interns gain exposure to the full spectrum of wealth management while developing professional skills and building meaningful relationships across teams.
What to Expect
The internship is structured around rotational experiences to ensure broad exposure, skill development, and collaboration.
Exact rotations and timing may vary based on business needs and intern interests.
Mentorship & Learning
Built Around Mentorship
Mentorship is a core part of the GK culture. Interns are supported through:
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An Onboarding Advisor – a peer-level buddy for day-to-day guidance
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Rotation Managers – leaders who provide hands-on training and feedback
Interns also attend advisor training sessions, access internal training resources, and participate in regular check-ins to support growth and development.
Projects & Responsibilities
Intern responsibilities are designed to be meaningful and developmental, and may include:
Investment and market research
Client onboarding and relationship support
Financial analysis, reporting, and data visualization
Marketing, outreach, and content development
Cross-functional initiatives and special projects
Skills You'll Build
By the end of the program, interns will gain experience in:
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Financial markets and portfolio fundamentals
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Client communication and service models
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Professional research, analysis, and presentation skills
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Collaboration across investment, tax, and operations teams
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Time management and professional workplace expectations
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Independent.
Entrepreneurial.
High-Growth.
Leadership Access.
Why Gerber Kawasaki
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Independent, fast-growing wealth management firm with a national presence
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Exposure to both investment management and financial planning
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Direct access to senior leadership and decision-makers
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Entrepreneurial culture where interns contribute real work, not just observe
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Opportunity to explore multiple career paths before committing to one
Who Should Apply
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Current Juniors or Seniors in college
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Students pursuing degrees in finance, economics, business, or related fields
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Curious, adaptable, collaborative, and motivated individuals
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Students interested in wealth management and long-term career development
Diversity & Inclusion
Gerber Kawasaki is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Students from traditionally underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups in professional services are encouraged to apply.
Application Process
& Timeline
Application Requirements: Resume | Cover Letter
MARCH
Resume review
FEBRUARY
Applications open
APRIL
Interviews
MAY
Final decisions
JUNE
Program start
FAQ
Important Notes
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This is a paid, 100% in-office internship
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Location: Santa Monica, CA (housing not provided)
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Students must be currently enrolled as juniors or seniors; only seniors graduating in May of the program year are eligible
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Interns may be considered for full-time roles as they become available, based on performance and business needs