Vanguard’s College to Corporate Advice Internship Program is an immersive, hands-on experience for high-potential undergrads passionate about becoming Certified Financial Planner™ professionals and pursuing a career at one of the world’s leading investment firms. The paid internship will provide you an opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of Vanguard’s mission, investment philosophy, and advice services. You will receive a preview of how these factors impact our clients, employees, and the industry. Here, you will gain real-world experiences as you advance our mission and stand up for over thirty million investors, worldwide. Make it count!
In this Summer 2027 internship program you willSpend the summer developing your expertise of the personal financial planning process and enriching your knowledge of Vanguard’s business.
Learn about what differentiates Vanguard’s advice offering and get a firsthand look at how our advisors interact with and serve Personal Advisor Services® clients.
Meet regularly with your department manager and internship program manager, in order to receive personalized coaching and mentorship.
Connect with a dedicated mentor to provide support and help you navigate the corporate environment and form professional relationships during the course of the program.
Have the opportunity to share your knowledge and experiences with leaders and your team.
Do you have the grit and determination to work and learn in a demanding, unique program? Then take the first step into the constantly evolving field of financial planning. Your real passion for investing with integrity and drive to do what’s right for our clients will propel you through the experience and help you gain experience toward your CFP® certification. We’ll stand by you as you stand up for thirty million investors, worldwide.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be considered for Vanguard’s full-time, entry-level positions, including the Financial Advisor Development Program (FADP). This specialty program is a rotational program designed to provide a work-training experience in advice and support you during pursuit of the CFP® certification.
What it takesThe ideal candidate is a current college junior who possesses the following qualities:
Undergraduate or graduate degree (required). Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred.
Currently enrolled in a CFP Board-Registered program (required).
Desire to sit for the CFP® exam before or after graduation.
Effective communication, analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well, independently, and as part of a team.
Flexibility, drive to take initiative, and the ability to learn quickly.
Results-oriented with the ability to manage several priorities.
Special Factors
At this time Vanguard is only considering candidates that will not now, or in the future, need sponsorship or other immigration support to obtain US work authorization.
This program is a full-time, paid summer internship for the Summer 2027.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate or graduate degree
- Currently enrolled in a CFP Board-Registered program
- Desire to sit for the CFP exam before or after graduation
- Effective communication skills
- Analytical skills
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility, drive to take initiative, and ability to learn quickly
- Ability to manage several priorities and deliver results
- Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
- Work authorization without current or future sponsorship or immigration support
Vanguard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanguard and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanguard.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support appears unusually strong through a 401(k) design that includes a match plus an additional employer contribution, which can materially lift long-term total rewards. HSA seeding and an enhanced employer match further strengthen the savings-and-benefits value of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
Vanguard Insights
What We Do
We are a community of 30 million who think – and feel – differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. Since our founding in 1975, helping our investors achieve their goals is our sole reason for existence. With no other parties to answer to and therefore no conflicting loyalties, we make every decision—like keeping investing costs as low as possible—with only your needs in mind. Vanguard is one of the world's largest investment companies, offering a large selection of high-quality low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services. Individual and institutional investors, financial professionals, and plan sponsors can benefit from the size, stability, and experience Vanguard offers. As of April 30, 2019, we managed more than $5.6 trillion in global assets. In addition, we have 189 funds in the United States and 225 funds in global markets. For Commenting Guidelines & Important information, visit here: http://vanguard.com/linkedin Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor.
