Roberts & Ryan, Inc., America’s first Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVO) broker-dealer, has announced the expansion of its summer internship program. The program recently accepted 13 candidates from a diverse pool of students from various schools and backgrounds. This expansion underscores the company’s commitment to supporting both veterans and underprivileged youth.
According to Brian Rathjen, President of Roberts & Ryan, the company's collaboration with the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem has been instrumental in creating more opportunities for diverse talent in the financial services industry. “At Roberts & Ryan, we believe that supporting future generations of financial professionals is important to the long-term success of our industry. This year’s internship class was bolstered by our relationship with the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem, who recommended two exceptional candidates,” Rathjen stated.
In 2023, seven interns completed the program. This number has nearly doubled in 2024 due to increased student demand. Roberts & Ryan runs two internship cohorts per year, providing students from diverse backgrounds with real-world experience in the financial services industry.
The interns work alongside experienced professionals on projects that demonstrate a range of services provided by Roberts & Ryan, from secondary equity and fixed income trading to debt and equity capital markets, business development, compliance, and marketing. Recently, Roberts & Ryan was approved for membership by the New York Stock Exchange, granting summer interns access to its iconic trading floor.
Edward D’Alessandro, CEO of Roberts & Ryan, emphasized the importance of the internship program in helping students break into the financial services industry: “Breaking into the financial services industry can be a challenge, as most entry-level positions require either previous work experience or a professional connection with someone in the industry. We believe that our program provides our interns with both.”
Roberts & Ryan is committed to increasing access to opportunities in the financial sector by finding high-quality candidates for their internship program. Through the program, interns gain valuable experience, make important connections, and build a talent stack for a successful career in finance.
Roberts & Ryan, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVO) broker-dealer with execution capabilities in the capital markets, equities, and fixed-income trading. Founded in 1987 by a United States Marine Corps Vietnam combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient, the firm has over $2 million in committed donations to charitable foundations supporting veterans and their families, focusing on general wellness, mental health, and career transition.
For more information about Roberts & Ryan, please visit www.roberts-ryan.com.
