PIMCO

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2026 Summer Internship – PhD Quant Research Analyst, Client Solutions & Analytics

Eligibility:

Ph.D. candidate from a top program in quantitative disciplines; Finance, Economics, Statistics, Physics or Math preferred
Must be able to begin full-time employment at a PIMCO office between January 2027 and August 2027
Must be enrolled at a university during the Fall 2026 semester (August 2026 – December 2026)

Client Analytics
The client analytics team produces innovative thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO’s clients. Candidates can expect to publish research pieces on relevant market themes, construct bespoke investment solutions, and develop platforms and applications to better analyze client portfolios. The team’s research topics are broad ranging, adapting to market trends and client interest. Recent publications include views on inflation, the role of fixed income in a low yielding environment, private asset risk and performance, smart beta emerging market portfolios, and retirement planning. Candidates should be hands-on, creative thinkers able to build research and investment solutions from inception to completion to fit client needs. Candidates will collaborate with multiple parts of the firm, including Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management, and can expect to be involved in both internal as well as client presentations. Applicants should have a strong research background as well as excellent public speaking skills.

Candidates Should Possess the Following Characteristics:

Strong interest and background in quantitative disciplines; knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization methods preferred
Formal training in empirical research, especially time series and panel data econometrics; experience analyzing large data sets preferred
Proficiency in programming; Python, MATLAB, C++, preferred
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills
While our eligibility requirements are not flexible, we encourage you to apply even if you do not possess 100% of the desired skills outlined above.

The Internship Experience:

The Internship Program runs between Monday, June 8th, and Friday, August 14th, 2026, with the expectation that you will be available for the full duration of the program

Join us for a variety of cross-divisional education, networking & social events!
Your supervisor, peer mentor, senior leaders, and team offer guidance and mentorship throughout the summer
You’ll receive feedback at mid- and end-of-summer as part of a formal review process to keep you on the path to meeting your summer goals

As a PIMCO intern, you’ll receive competitive compensation, along with a transition bonus to help with relocation to one of our office locations