Summer Analyst: Jewish Values-Based Investing

Position Title: JLens Jewish Values-Based Investing Summer Analyst
Reports to: JLens Director of Research, JLens Director of Advocacy or JLens Director of Network Development
Location: Remote, with east coast US location preferred
Duration: June 2, 2025 – August 8, 2025 (start and end date flexible but minimum 2-month commitment)
Hours: 35 hours/week
Compensation: Dependent on location; $15/hr or local minimum wage, whichever is higher.

To Apply: Please send a resume and a paragraph about your interest to Allison Marill and Dani Nurick at allison@jlensnetwork.org and dani@jlensnetwork.org

About the Organization:

JLens is a nonprofit and Registered Investment Advisor that empowers investors to align their capital with Jewish values and advocates for Jewish communal priorities in the corporate arena. An affiliate of ADL since 2022, JLens was launched in 2012 to increase the Jewish community’s participation in shareholder advocacy with the world’s largest and most influential public corporations. Our Jewish Investor Network is composed of over 30 Jewish institutions, representing more than $11 billion in Jewish community investment capital. These institutions have invested over $300M in products licensing JLens’ investment strategy. This research, advocacy & screening strategy is the only one that conducts Jewish shareholder advocacy with hundreds of the largest U.S. public companies. JLens’ advocacy is focused on combating antisemitism & hate, supporting Israel, and addressing critical Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) issues.

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its timeless mission is “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism, and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

JLens Research and Advocacy

JLens is the only organization conducting research on corporate behavior and policy related to issues of importance to the Jewish community. JLens’ bespoke company scorecards on Combating Antisemitism & Hate and Support for Israel are the backbone of its screening and advocacy strategies and inform shareholder advocacy priorities. JLens conducted research into financial services firm Morningstar’s ESG ratings that exposed systemic anti-Israel bias. This research inspired a community-wide campaign which resulted in wholesale changes to Morningstar’s methodology and analyst guidelines. Recent JLens report, The Impact of Israel Divestment on Equity Portfolios: Forecasting BDS’s Financial Toll on University Endowments, was a first-of-its-kind study that comprehensively quantified the financial implications of BDS-aligned investment strategies for universities. Students across the U.S. have utilized the findings to combat calls for their universities to divest from Israel. 

JLens’ shareholder advocacy is focused on combating antisemitism & hate, supporting Israel, and promoting Jewish value of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). JLens champions long-term Jewish shareholder interests by engaging with corporate leaders and utilizing shareholder advocacy tools including proxy voting, shareholder resolutions, and notices of exempt solicitation. JLens frequently participates in investor coalitions to amplify its shareholder voice. In addition to its engagement with corporations, JLens conducts targeted outreach to proxy advisory firms and major institutional shareholders to maximize shareholder support for its advocacy positions. 

We are seeking a hard-working, detail-oriented, and self-starting Summer Analyst to bolster JLens’ research, advocacy and communications efforts. Join our team at the forefront of Jewish values-based investing to assist efforts to combat antisemitism and support the Jewish community and Israel.

Responsibilities:

• Assist JLens in team projects, which may include short-term research projects and assistance with JLens’ communications and investment fundraising.
• Assist JLens in our scoring of companies in our index, including researching the public companies held in JLens’ portfolio, assessing disclosure relevant to JLens’ Jewish value pillars, and analyzing company performance.
• Attend values-based investing webinars, taking notes of potential areas of advocacy for JLens.
• Assist JLens with data management, including organizing company scoring and engagement information in our internal system.
• Conduct research on new potential donors and investors in JLens’ strategies.
• Contribute to JLens’ impact reporting and communications by analyzing company data across JLens’ values pillars.
• Create communications pieces for JLens’ blog, newsletter and social media.
• Assist in preparation for company engagements, including conducting background research and creating decks and other presentation materials.
• Join calls with other investors, representing JLens in investor coalitions and groups.
• Analyze JLens’ proxy season activity and create reports, visualizations, or other ways to demonstrate impact.

Qualifications Skills:

• Strong research (both quantitative and qualitative) and analytical skills
• Ability to analyze data from multiple sources, identify key information, and communicate key points in writing
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a virtual environment and to multi-task
• Commitment to ADL and JLens’ mission and values, and interest in business and social impact 
• Interest in and/or knowledge and experience in any or all of JLens areas of focus is a plus
• Willing to submit personal investment details to compliance software due to SEC regulation
  

Work Experience

• The ideal candidate has research experience, including work with quantitative and qualitative data and analysis

Education

• Preference for coursework including business, social impact, Jewish studies, or other relevant areas of study, but open to anyone with a demonstrated interest
• College students, graduate students, and professionals are welcome to apply