Summer MBA, Investment Team (2026)

Income Research + Management•Boston, MA

About The Position

Income Research + Management is a Boston-based, privately owned, fixed income asset management firm. IR+M delivers strong performance and consistent results through a rigorous, bottom-up security selection process and strives to provide best-in-class client service to our 900+ institutional and private wealth clients. Founded in 1987 and located in the heart of Boston’s financial district, IR+M employs 200+ full time professionals and currently manages $100+ Billion in assets. We offer industry-leading benefits, as well as a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace with high levels of employee engagement. Open Position: Summer MBA, Investment Team Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated MBA candidate (rising second year) to join our Portfolio Management team for a summer internship. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Portfolio Managers and Analysts on high-impact projects that enhance investment decision-making and portfolio construction. As a Summer Associate, you will play a key role in building quantitative models, automation tools, and analytical frameworks that directly inform portfolio strategy and client outcomes. You will gain hands-on exposure to the investment process, deepen your technical and financial acumen, and contribute to the development of scalable solutions that drive efficiency across the investment platform.

Requirements

Current MBA student (first year, graduating in 2027) with a strong academic record.
Undergraduate degree in finance, economics, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Excel (advanced modeling, data analysis) and Python (data analysis, automation, or financial modeling).
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with an ability to translate data into insights.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior professional experience (internship or full-time) in the fixed income space is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with Portfolio Managers and Analysts to support portfolio construction, optimization, and risk management initiatives.
Design and implement quantitative models to support investment research, asset allocation, and performance analysis.
Develop automation tools and data pipelines to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
Conduct in-depth data analysis to generate insights that inform investment decisions.
Prepare clear, actionable reports and visualizations for internal stakeholders and senior management.