Internship: Quantitative Research & Analytics (Summer 2026)

Wilshire Advisors-posted 11 days ago
$25 - $30/Yr
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Hybrid • Santa Monica, CA
251-500 employees
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Wilshire is seeking a highly motivated Quantitative Research & Analytics Intern to join our Risk Management team for Summer 2026. This role offers hands-on experience supporting the research, development, and maintenance of risk analytics and investment systems, with exposure to real-world applications in portfolio construction, asset allocation, and risk management. Interns will work under the guidance of senior team members and collaborate with investment professionals across the firm. The application deadline is January 23, 2026.

  • Assist with the design, development, and testing of portfolio construction and risk analytics systems by supporting data analysis and model implementation.
  • Support quantitative research on asset allocation, stock selection, and investment strategy evaluation, contributing to ongoing projects and initiatives.
  • Aid in analyzing and processing large and complex data sets using statistical tools, Excel, Python, or other relevant technologies.
  • Help in updating and maintaining systems and processes for monitoring risk data and generating risk management reports.
  • Participate in routine and ad hoc reporting activities, including the compilation, review, and communication of results.
  • Support the team in risk management processes across various alternative investment strategies.
  • Contribute to project-based work on quantitative models and data infrastructure alongside experienced researchers.
  • Assist with documentation and analysis required for internal and external presentations.
  • Working toward a Master of Financial Engineering or a related quantitative field (graduation between 12/2026 and 6/2027).
  • Prior coursework or experience in one or more programming languages (such as Python, R, SQL) and strong proficiency in Excel; VBA experience is a plus.
  • Solid academic background with a demonstrated interest in finance, quantitative analysis, and investments.
  • Desire to develop practical skills in risk management, portfolio analytics, quantitative research, and data science.
  • Highly motivated, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate effectively on team-based projects.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience working with data management, visualization, or research projects preferred.
  • collaborative work environment
  • generous PTO
  • 401(k) match
  • affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance
  • CFA and other professional membership reimbursement
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