Thank you to the Summer Internship class of 2024 post Featured Image

Congratulations to the forty-nine exceptional interns who completed our 2024 Jasco Philanthropies Summer Internship Program! Our Summer program spanned six enriching weeks from July 15th to August 23rd. During this time, we had the honor of educating and empowering a diverse group of interns in launching and running an investment management company. We also encouraged interns to open a brokerage account. Out of 49 interns, 73% of our interns created a brokerage account, and we funded each account with $25 to help begin their investment journey. This hands-on experience provided practical financial literacy that went beyond classroom learning.

Diversity

The Jasco group internhip diversity pie chart

Out of our 49 interns, 46.9% were women, comparing the numbers to last summer, we achieved a 13% increase which can help further female representation in the finance industry. #Breakthebias!

The Jasco group internship College Representation

Our Summer program was not only diverse in ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation but also in college representation! Our interns represented schools in New York City, Las Vegas, North Carolina, and even the United Kingdom!

Testimonials

Here’s what a few of our interns had to say about their 2024 Summer Internship experience

“This program is truly inspirational. Each module/week gave interns hands-on experience with integral business operations. Having the opportunity to work with the Jasco Group and James Cole Jr. is something I will always look back on fondly. If you come across this opportunity, take it. You will not regret it.”
Charles R, 2024 Intern

“My internship at Jasco was a valuable and enlightening experience. Despite my struggles with communication, I felt comfortable thanks to the support from the Jasco team, which allowed me to build new connections with my fellow interns. The internship helped me continue to grow my love for business and finance. I developed new skills in communication, research, problem-solving, and teamwork. I now enjoy working with others because I feel empowered to express my opinions and contribute effectively.”

Margarette A, 2024 Intern

“I genuinely enjoyed my time at Jasco Group and am grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow in such a supportive environment. The structure of the internship was seamless, with each week building on the last in a way that truly deepened my understanding. James and Morgan were both fantastic—approachable, insightful, and always willing to share their knowledge. I’m going to miss being part of this team and hope we can stay connected in the future.”

RiNyah C, 2024 Intern

About Our Program

Each Spring and Summer we select a small group of qualified college students for our Jasco Philanthropies Internship Programs. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds including, people of color, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.  It is our goal to address the disparities that these communities continue to experience.

​We educate and train Black and Brown students and young adults on how to create and run an investment management company. We train them in the areas of public securities trading, venture capital, film finance and production, and philanthropy. Interns will also have leadership opportunities while working closely with James Cole Jr., the founder of Jasco Philanthropies, and other Jasco Philanthropies staff. As an organization, our commitment is to provide opportunities for individuals from underserved communities to gain valuable professional experience and broaden their skills.