Our History
The Investment Analysis Group was originally conceived as the Dow Jones Surfers in 1995 and launched as the Market Surfers in 1996 by Justin Pollack. Over the past 29 years, IAG has transformed into the powerhouse investment club of Stern and one of the top student investment clubs in the nation through the extraordinary talent of its members, the unique resources of NYU Stern, and the unbeatable location of New York City.
The resources that IAG provides its members have never been more important. Weekly workshops and a membership development program for new members allow students to build their skills, while weekly stock pitches provide a space for those skills to be tested.
IAG is designed to mimic a buy-side investment management firm; the club manages Stern’s only undergraduate real money investment portfolio. Through all aspects of our organization, we take pride in the professionalism of our operations and how the knowledge and experience our members gain shapes their future success in the financial industry and the global economy.
Recruiting
We are always on the lookout for talented and motivated individuals to join our Portfolio Team. At the beginning of each semester, IAG runs a rigorous recruiting process made up of a few interviews and a short case study to get to know prospective members better. More information will be circulated at IAG meetings and on this website when applications open.
Applications are open at the beginning of each semester, and any student of any year from any school may apply. We always emphasize that no investing experience is required and welcome a unique and diverse set of backgrounds into the team. Above all, we want to get to know how you think about the world. We hope to see your applications soon!
To learn more about IAG’s programs in the interim, please read more about our programs here.