Open to current Vanguard interns only College to Corporate Investment Management Intern

The Vanguard Group•Malvern, PA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship program provides an opportunity to experience buy-side investing with an innovative investment management organization. Interns will collaborate alongside premier investment professionals and influence the outcomes of over fifty million clients. Through hands-on involvement with the global investment ecosystem and equipped with the tools and resources to succeed, interns will learn how these elements shape the financial future of clients and Vanguard itself. The program includes pursuing assignments within Vanguard's investment teams such as fixed income, global equity, strategic & quantitative equity, investment strategy, portfolio review, and risk management. Interns will work in a department that draws upon their experiences and interests while meeting strategic business needs. The program offers a comprehensive approach to investing that employs a range of strategies across asset classes, growing expertise while developing a broad understanding of Vanguard’s mission-driven investment philosophy. Smaller cadre sizes support opportunities focused on learning, individualized feedback, and close community connections. Interns will collaborate with others and lead a project distilling complex data to uncover insights that will be presented to leadership, influencing decisions that directly affect investors. Regular meetings with department managers, internship program managers, assigned buddies, and key business leaders will provide personalized coaching and mentorship. Upon successful completion, there is an opportunity to apply for a full-time position, including Vanguard rotational programs designed for broad work-training experience.

Requirements

Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher required.
Open to all fields of study.
Effective communication, analytical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Adaptability, the ability to learn quickly, and take initiative.
Passion for investment management.
Results oriented with the ability to lead several priorities.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the start of the internship.
This restricted posting is only open to current 2026 Vanguard interns.
Vanguard is only considering candidates that will not now, or in the future, need sponsorship or other immigration support to obtain US work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Strong technical acumen is a plus, including data analytical, statistical, storytelling, and coding skills – but we offer many on the job learning opportunities as well.
A commitment to strengthening communities through your time and talent.

Responsibilities

Pursue an assignment within Vanguard's investment teams including fixed income, global equity, strategic & quantitative equity, investment strategy, portfolio review, and risk management.
Work in a department that draws upon your experiences and interests as well as meets strategic business needs.
Experience a comprehensive approach to investing that employs a range of strategies across asset classes, growing your expertise while developing a broad understanding of Vanguard’s mission driven investment philosophy.
Collaborate with others and lead a project distilling complex data to uncover insights that you will present to leadership – influencing decisions that directly affect investors.
Meet regularly with your department manager, internship program manager, assigned buddy, and key business leaders.
Receive personalized coaching and mentorship.