CAP Summer Associate - US (2027)

Capital Group • Los Angeles, CA

4d

About The Position

At Capital Group, our mission is to improve people’s lives through successful investing. Our Capital Associates Program (CAP) invites exceptional early-career individuals who combine relentless curiosity, analytical rigor, collaborative leadership, and independent thinking to help us tackle some of the world’s most complex and consequential investment questions. CAP is not a typical internship – it’s a highly selective, immersive experience designed for students who want to think deeply, challenge assumptions, and learn about Capital’s unique investment process.

The CAP Summer Internship is designed for students who excel at deep research and sustained inquiry. You’ll investigate complex investment questions that require original insights, careful judgment, and the ability to synthesize information across disciplines. The emphasis is on rigorous research—examining industries, assessing long-term forces, and developing well-reasoned perspectives when answers are rarely obvious. You’ll have the autonomy to shape your own research approach, explore ideas in depth, and produce thoughtful analysis that contributes to Capital Group’s long-term investment thinking. Intern projects address real-world challenges and explore emerging opportunities across global markets. Recent intern research topics have included: Commercializing Nuclear Energy Europe’s Energy Mix Over the Next 10–20 Years The Business Jet Industry Deep Dive on Humanoids

Requirements

• We welcome applications from undergraduate and master’s students (non-MBA) graduating between December 2027 and July 2028.
• Analytical, Fast Learners: Strong quantitative problem-solvers who quickly absorb new ideas, challenge assumptions, and turn complexity into clear, actionable insights.
• Academic Excellence: Consistent high achievement (preferred GPA 3.7+). Double majors, minors, and interdisciplinary study are valued.
• Adaptable High Performers: Thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments; receptive to feedback and able to balance rigorous academics with leadership, work, or side projects.
• Collaborative Leaders: Proven ability to lead, influence, and contribute meaningfully within teams across academic, professional, or extracurricular settings.
• Investing Curiosity: Demonstrated interest in investing through student organizations, competitions, coursework, or independent learning.
• Unique Perspective: Bring distinctive life experiences or passions—athletics, music, creative pursuits, global exposure, or deep expertise in a specific area.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of Substantive Research: Lead an end-to-end investment research project that rewards curiosity, intellectual discipline, and strong writing. You’ll frame the question, conduct deep analysis, and present clear, well-supported conclusions to senior investors.
• Development Through Practice: Strengthen your analytical reasoning, research process, and communication skills through hands-on work, mentorship, and targeted development sessions.
• Exposure to Professional Investment Research: Work closely with analysts and portfolio managers to see how rigorous inquiry, qualitative insight, and disciplined thinking inform real investment decisions.
• A Global Community of Thinkers: Join a small, high-calibre cohort of interns across London, Los Angeles, and Singapore—students from diverse academic backgrounds united by intellectual curiosity and an interest in finance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Support for relocation.
• Access to Capital Group’s resources, culture, and community.
• In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees