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Job outlook for equity research interns in the United States
Equity research internship job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected equity research internship job growth rate is 9% from 2018-2028.
About 31,900 new jobs for equity research interns are projected over the next decade.
Equity research internship salaries have increased 9% for equity research interns in the last 5 years.
There are over 4,566 equity research interns currently employed in the United States.
There are 92,144 active equity research internship job openings in the US.
The average equity research internship salary is $113,236.
Are equity research internship jobs in demand?
Equity research internship job and salary trends over time
Equity research internship jobs over time
Equity research internship job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,566 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 3,116 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 3,064 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 4,790 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 4,601 | 0.00% |
Average equity research internship salary over time
Equity research internship salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $113,236 | $54.44 | +2.6% |
| 2024 | $110,338 | $53.05 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $108,529 | $52.18 | +1.6% |
| 2022 | $106,805 | $51.35 | +3.1% |
| 2021 | $103,587 | $49.80 | +1.8% |
Equity research internship jobs by state
Most common states for equity research interns
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | 623,657 | 286 | 46% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 327 | 34% |
| 3 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 193 | 33% |
| 4 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 274 | 32% |
| 5 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 328 | 31% |
| 6 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 363 | 27% |
| 7 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 362 | 27% |
| 8 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 198 | 26% |
| 9 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 260 | 25% |
| 10 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 470 | 24% |
| 11 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 400 | 23% |
| 12 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 809 | 20% |
| 13 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 577 | 19% |
| 14 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 132 | 19% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,017 | 18% |
| 16 | Alaska | 739,795 | 132 | 18% |
| 17 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 599 | 17% |
| 18 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 349 | 17% |
| 19 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,319 | 16% |
| 20 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 906 | 16% |
Most common cities for equity research interns
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bloomington | 1 | 1% | $94,766 |
| 2 | Des Moines | 1 | 0% | $83,804 |
Equity Research Internship job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of equity research internship experts
University of Nebraska - Omaha
Elizabethtown College
Wilkes University
Creighton University
University of New Hampshire
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark
East Tennessee State University
Utah State University
University of Akron
Goldey-Beacom College
What general advice would you give to an Equity Research Internship?
John Lyden: Research skills (ability to find and interpret information), oral and written communication skills (ability to present information clearly), data analysis and interpretation, language interpretation and translation. Computer facility will be highly valued. Employers will include those in higher education, government, non-profits, research institutes, and museums.
David Brown
Professor of HistoryElizabethtown College
History Department
What soft skills should all Equity Research Interns possess?
David Brown: It's critical to be able to work as a team. Empathy, understanding, a bit of diplomacy, and integrity - aside from the obvious need of technical competency - are highly valued. As always, motivation is terribly important and this can be conjoined with flexibility. If energy and attitude remain positive this will rub off on others and create an attractive dynamic that draws people in. Finally, the ability to make a decision and follow through with it is perhaps too little appreciated.
What will help Equity Research Interns increase their earning potential?
David Brown: Salaries have generally kept up with inflation, though with the decline of funding in the Humanities disciplines, the number of jobs has not been robust. There is a wide variance in compensation within a highly stratified university system that includes adjuncts, lecturers, visiting faculty and full-time faculty in the ranks of assistant, associate, and full professor. There is an increasing interest in pubic history - in museums, archives, and historical societies - that provide opportunities for those seeking opportunities outside of the academy.
Dr. Kenneth Klemow Ph.D.
Professor and Chair of BiologyWilkes University
Biology and Health Sciences
How have salaries changed over time for Equity Research Interns?
Dr. Kenneth Klemow Ph.D.: I don't have sufficient familiarity with salary trends to give a good answer, though I know that individuals with data analysis skills command relatively high salaries.
Richard Witmer Ph.D.
Distinguished Professor of Government and PoliticsCreighton University
Department of Political Science
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Equity Research Interns?
Richard Witmer Ph.D.: With the move to online a few key ones are adaptability, a willingness to continue to learn, teamwork, and reliability.
How have salaries changed over time for Equity Research Interns?
Ronald Boucher: As previously mentioned salaries on all levels are going to increase substantially especially for those whom have obtained a college degree in the hospitality field. The industry now recognizes that we have to improve the way that it has been doing business. Regaining customer confidence will take time but it will happen. Creating a safe, friendly and courteous environment will transcend the industry. Educated professionals will take the lead on this and help to re-establish consumer confidence and customer satisfaction. Personally, as a result of the pandemic I believe that it is safer to eat out now than it has been for decades. Proper use of sanitation and safety protocols are here to stay.
Dr. Rachel Emas Ph.D.
Assistant Teaching Professor, MPA Program DirectorRutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark
School of Public Affairs and Administration
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Equity Research Interns?
Dr. Rachel Emas Ph.D.: The courses or certifications that have the greatest impact on a person's public service job prospects are highly dependent on that person's career goals. Some of the courses that are helpful for nearly all public servants include topics like grant writing, administrative ethics, leadership of organizations, equity and diversity, and evidence-based decision making.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Equity Research Internship job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Rachel Emas Ph.D.: The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of good governance and effective public services. I believe that career opportunities in the public sector will grow as we better support our local and state governments. Public service careers in the nonprofit sector will also advance, as we have witnessed the significance of these organizations in supporting and uplifting people in times of crisis. Within the field of public administration, I believe that the healthcare, technology, infrastructure, and emergency management fields will be a critical focus. It is also important that public servants understand and address issues of inequity, injustice, and systemic oppression throughout all social systems and public institutions.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Equity Research Interns?
Paul Trogen Ph.D.: Some surveys suggest that as many as half of local government jobs may be filled by business graduates. One should take courses similar to what those business students study. One of our graduate students surveyed local governments, and found the skills most in demand included accounting, human resource management, budgeting, public relations, and risk management. The ability to use spreadsheets and communicate clearly with tables and graphs helps. Quantitative skills like linear programming, PERT/CPM, inventory models, and queuing theory will make you an indispensable problem solver. Some high demand niches that are unique to the public sector include geographic information systems (GIS), city planning, and economic development. Hard skills will increase your chances of landing an interview.
Dr. John Stevens
Professor of StatisticsUtah State University
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
What's a good job out of college for Equity Research Interns?
Dr. John Stevens: In my field, I can say that the future continues to be very bright for statistics and data science. The corporate vocabulary is still evolving, so I tell my students to search for jobs with a variety of keywords. Most employers need statisticians and data scientists, even if they don't call them that. The reason that these are good jobs is because the need is ever-growing with the ongoing data explosion, and people who can really develop deep experience (meaning they really understand core ideas and can see connections between topics) will be in high demand even as new data-generating technologies are developed.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Equity Research Internship job market given the pandemic?
Dr. John Stevens: At the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, I saw an almost immediate drop in hiring statisticians and data scientists -- not for lack of need, but more for lack of certainty on the part of the employers. I think a lot of companies had to pause to wait and see what the pandemic would bring. While the pandemic has lasted longer than most of us first thought it would, fortunately the hiring freezes didn't last as long. By September/October 2020 I started to see job openings more frequently, and while I can't say for certain that things are back to 'normal', it looks like a lot of companies have figured out their new path forward and are back to filling needed positions. Many of these positions now include greater flexibility in location and hours, but I've also noticed that the salaries are sometimes less than they would have been a year ago. At the same time, many positions are reopening with salaries as high as before. There does seem to be more salary variability now, and I don't know how long this will last.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Equity Research Internship job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Bill Lyons: Work that can be done remotely has been undisrupted while other work has been struggling to survive. In education, the argument about advancing online education is over: online education is here to stay.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Equity Research Interns?
Dr. Bill Lyons: Conflict Management/Transformation skills. Quantitative analysis skills. Writing skills. Creativity and imagination skills developed in the arts.
Wendy Brown
ProfessorGoldey-Beacom College
Department of Health Care Management
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Equity Research Internship job market given the pandemic?
Wendy Brown: Employers have become acutely aware that employees can be productive and successful while working remotely. Being comfortable using Zoom, Webex, MS Teams and similar applications will be imperative. Those with skills in Healthcare Finance will be in demand. Revenue maximization in healthcare organizations is key now. Healthcare organizations have been financially stretched as a result of COVID-19. While federal financial assistance may be available to these healthcare organizations through the CARES Act, there are very strict reimbursement criteria that must be met. It demands that financial and legal experts be part of the spending, contracting and service delivery process.