2027 MBA Summer Intern – Credit Research Analyst, US

PIMCO • Newport Beach, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income, founded in 1971. With over 50 years of experience, PIMCO aims to help millions of investors achieve their objectives through a total return approach to fixed income investing. The company fosters a high-performance, inclusive culture that celebrates diverse thinking and invests in its people, guided by CORE values: Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility, and Excellence. PIMCO is recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader, and trusted advisor.

The 2027 MBA Summer Intern – Credit Research Analyst position is located at PIMCO’s Newport Beach, CA Headquarters. This internship is a 10-week program running from early June to mid-August, requiring full availability for the duration. Interns will gain hands-on experience with AI-powered tools from day one, participate in PIMCO Fundamentals Training, and join in the Global Month of Volunteering. The program includes educational, networking, and social events, along with guidance and mentorship from supervisors, peer mentors, and senior leaders. Formal reviews occur mid- and end-of-summer. Past interns share their experiences to provide further insight.

Requirements

• Pursuing an MBA degree with an emphasis in Finance and Economics or a related, quantitative/analytical field from an accredited, leading business school or university, or other equivalent Advanced Degree as it relates to the position.
• Must be able to begin full-time employment from a PIMCO office between January 2028 – August 2028.
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Must be willing to work in Newport Beach, CA.
• A 1–2-page write-up of an original and independent investment recommendation that can target either debt or equity securities.
• Resume and cover letter submitted via the PIMCO Careers portal.
• Name included in the file title and in the header on each page of the write-up.
• Write-up combined with resume pdf file for submission.

Nice To Haves

• Skills conducting research and basic financial modeling.
• Natural intuition to make good judgments.
• Strong interest in the financial markets, macroeconomics and investment finance.
• Proactive in thinking about potential investment ideas.
• Good communicator; strong written and oral presentation abilities.
• Persuasive and credible.
• Ethical, collaborative, organized, flexible, high-energy, self-starter, accountable, humble.
• Strong academic credentials and achievement.
• Curiosity and experience in using new emerging technologies and AI tools in your work or school projects to solve problems and drive better outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate various industries and companies to make investment recommendations to PIMCO’s portfolio managers group.
• Provide analytical support for the firm’s portfolio managers by highlighting risks.
• Support seasoned credit analysts in their coverage responsibilities.
• Learn about various industries and day-to-day responsibilities within Credit Research.
• Participate in PIMCO's Global Month of Volunteering.
• Participate in cross-divisional education, networking & social events.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Transition bonus to help with relocation
• Base salary determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors.
• Discretionary bonus used to award performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern