Join the Analyst Program at HIC Capital.
High-Calibre Investment Research by HSG Students.
At HIC Capital, we’re a team of around 30 passionate student analysts, sector leads, and portfolio managers. We come together from a variety of majors united by our enthusiasm about great investment research.
Each year, new analysts go through a rigorous integration process to develop their investment acumen. Analysts from higher years provide our new joiners with training in everything from fundamental analysis to financial modelling.
Based on their personal research interests, analysts then join one of six investment pods: Healthcare, TMT, FIG, Consumer Goods, Industrials/PUI, and Macro Strategy. Each of these pods is lead by a Sector Lead and is expected to produce one actionable investment idea per semester.
Recruitment FAQ
Q: When do you recruit?
A: Each year, we recruit 10-15 Assessment students at the University of St. Gallen in our October application cycle. In exceptional cases, students from higher years may join on a referral basis during the year. Students typically stay with HIC Capital for the duration of their studies.
Q: What are you looking for in applications?
A: We look for students with high agency, a strong drive to learn, a penchant for solving difficult problems, and above all a passion for investing. We typically recruit individuals with exceptional academic performance and a track-record of success in extracurricular activities. While we like seeing relevant internship experience (i.e. investment banking, asset management, accounting & consulting), it’s by no means required.
Q: Is finance the only thing we talk about?
A: Not at all! We organise analyst dinners and socials throughout the year. Your analyst class won’t only be a group of people you work and grow with, but a circle of friends you can study and have fun with, too.
Q: How and when do I apply for a Sector Lead or Board positions?
A: If you’re an analyst, you can apply for a Sector Lead or Board position as early as your Assessment year. The board recruitment cycle is typically the Winter while Sector Leads are recruited during the Summer.
Q: Can I apply as a non-assessment student?
A: If you’re as passionate about investing as we are, we’d love to talk to you! While our fall recruitment cycle is focused on assessment students only, we may recruit on a referral basis. Email us at capital@investment-club.ch or talk to one of our board members.
Q: Do I need to speak German?
A: We’re a fully english-speaking society.
Q: Can I join for just one year?
A: As long-term oriented investors, we rely on the continuity and consistency of our analyst pool. This carries over to our membership philosophy. Students usually join HIC Capital in their Assessment year and usually stay involved in some form for the duration of their stay in St. Gallen.
Q: What does the workload look like?
A: Analysts are expected to participate in a weekly all-hands meeting on Wednesday evening which takes around 1-2 hours as well as regular meetings within their investment pods. Each pod will originate, research, and present one investment idea per semester.
Q: Will this affect my academic performance?
A: We understand that academics are a priority. We do not work on investment ideas in the time leading up to exams and do our best to make sure that HIC Capital does not conflict with academic performance.
Q: Does HIC Capital manage real money?
A: As an accredited society at the University of St. Gallen, we’re unfortunately not permitted to hold physical investment positions. Even though we manage a virtual fund, we still hold ourselves to the highest standards when coming up with new investment ideas.