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

Newport Beach, California, United States

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Asset Management, FinanceIndustries

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 – August 2027
Must be enrolled at a university during the Fall 2026 semester (August 2026 – December 2026)
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
Strong research background and excellent public speaking skills
Hands-on creative thinker able to build research and investment solutions from inception to completion

Produce innovative thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO’s clients
Publish research pieces on relevant market themes
Construct bespoke investment solutions
Develop platforms and applications to better analyze client portfolios
Collaborate with multiple parts of the firm, including Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management
Participate in internal as well as client presentations
Participate in PIMCO Fundamentals Training during Week 1
Participate in PIMCO's Global Month of Volunteering
Attend cross-divisional education, networking & social events
Receive guidance and mentorship from supervisor, peer mentor, senior leaders and team