Technology Associate, Internship - Summer 2027

Lord Abbett • Jersey City, NJ

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About The Position

Lord Abbett is seeking aspiring software developers for its Technology Associate Internship Program. The internship offers real-world software development training and exposure to the asset management industry, with opportunities to work alongside professionals in Client Services, Investments, Corporate Services, and Global Enterprise Technology. Interns contribute to business-critical initiatives and develop applications supporting investment workflows. They learn about system architecture, data integration, and agile development in a financial technology environment, as well as the firm’s sales and marketing processes, corporate functions, asset classes, data, and analytics. Each intern works with a dedicated mentor. Upon successful completion, qualified candidates may be considered for a full-time role in the Technology Associate Program beginning in July 2028.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or a related field, with eligibility for full-time employment in Summer 2028.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Java or Python, or a demonstrated interest in cybersecurity.
• Foundational knowledge of technologies including databases, messaging systems, and cloud platforms.
• Strong coding skills in a modern object-oriented language and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and frameworks.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to research, troubleshoot, and resolve issues independently.
• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities, including identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, including clear articulation of ideas, active listening, and professional presentation.
• Genuine curiosity and desire to learn about the asset management industry and its technology landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop business-critical solutions that address real challenges and deliver measurable value to stakeholders.
• Design, code, test, and deploy applications that support investment workflows.
• Learn best practices in system architecture, data integration, and agile development.
• Learn about sales and marketing processes, corporate functions, and asset classes including equities, fixed income, and municipal bonds, along with their associated data and analytics.
• Work with a dedicated mentor who provides guidance, feedback, and support throughout the internship.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern