CAREER FORUM
JANAURY 2027 | NEW YORK city
The Industry-Leading Event to Recruit and Source the Next Generation of Talent in Finance
The headlines and studies on the gender gap in the alternative industry and the value of diversity are pervasive. The Career Forum provides a platform for young women and all first-generation college students/graduates an opportunity to learn, engage, and network with industry veterans while efficiently helping employers solve the continued issue of finding qualified talent.
Who should participate?
PROFESSIONALS
Professionals from organizations within the alternative investment industry, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, credit, real assets, hedge funds, and investment banks, who are seeking to recruit and network with enthusiastic, qualified, and highly educated next-generation talent.
FORUM SCHOLARS
Undergraduate through 3 years post-graduate school and include analysts and associates from alternative investment firms, investment banks and management consulting firms, accountants, attorneys, operators and marketing professionals. All Forum Scholars will be pre-screened.
2026 Host Sponsors
2026 Platinum & Scholar Welcome Sponsors
2026 Gold Sponsors
2026 Silver Sponsors
2026 Expo Sponsors
FAQs for Applicants
Applications close at 11:59 pm ET on Friday, September 12.
Application review: September 12 - 18, 2025
Applicants informed of status on or before: September 19, 2025
If you are arriving from outside the Tri-state area, you qualify.
The value of the travel stipend will range from $200-$700 based on the distance of travel and need. If you don’t need a stipend to attend, please flag so that we are able to make this opportunity available for the maximum number of people
We also have a limited block of complimentary, shared rooms available on a first-come, first-served basis.
We encourage you to apply since your resume will be included in a resume book that will be sent to all participating firms.