About the role#
This internship offers exposure to the financial services industry through a 10-week summer program. You will receive structured training, ongoing learning, and mentorship as you work on projects that contribute to our team. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Kansas City, Missouri.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with various teams, including Investment Accounting, Financial Reporting, Tax, Trade Ops, and Business Process Reengineering.
- Execute daily and periodic operational processes to gain practical experience.
- Develop an understanding of risk and control frameworks within the organization.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions using low-code development tools.
- Contribute to key projects and strategic initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate rising senior in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A strong interest in the finance industry and a desire to learn about capital markets, investment vehicles, and operations.
- Clear, concise, and detail-oriented communication skills.
- A self-motivated approach to work.
- Alignment with our core behaviors: customer focused, courageous and accountable, collaborative, curious and adaptable, and competitively driven.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 2nd to August 6th).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About American Century Investments
American Century Investments is an asset management firm founded in 1958. It operates out of Kansas City, Missouri, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The company focuses on investment management, portfolio management, and mutual funds. A portion of the firm's dividends supports the Stowers Institute for Medical Research.
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