About the role#
This is a 9-week, full-time summer internship program for undergraduate and Master's students. You will join the Portfolio Management team to gain hands-on experience with the daily responsibilities of an Analyst. You will work on-site, supporting the strategy desks and contributing to the implementation of investment philosophies.
What you'll do#
- Work directly with Portfolio Managers to support daily desk operations.
- Lead projects focused on improving current investment strategies.
- Use data to develop and implement enhancements to our processes.
- Present your findings and project results to senior management.
- Collaborate with teams across Trading, Research, Technology, and Operations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or specialized Master's degree program with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Minimum GPA of 3.2.
- Strong quantitative, analytic, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Excel.
- Knowledge of databases like SQL and MS Access or Python is preferred.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Austin, Texas, or Charlotte, North Carolina.
- The internship takes place during the summer of 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time, on-site position.
- We do not provide immigration sponsorship for this role.
About Dimensional Fund Advisors
Dimensional Fund Advisors is a financial services firm founded in 1981. Based in Austin, Texas, the company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It builds investment solutions based on research and data. The firm manages equity and fixed income products for clients across global markets.
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