Put your technical mind to work
Are you a self-starter looking to lead, bringing teams together around ideas with purpose? Are you ready to put your classroom experience into action? Protecting our investors from risk requires clear goals, big ideas and resolute action. As part of the Engineering track, you’ll build security-focused technology solutions that keep Vanguard safe day in and day out. Vanguard’s College to Corporate Internship Program is an immersive, hands-on experience at one of the world’s leading investment firms. Extensive training, real-world experience, hands-on opportunities and mentorship from professionals will all aid in broadening your technical expertise. You’ll receive exposure to the software life cycle and positively impact our clients through exciting assignments. Make it count!
In this internship you will:
Build high-impact solutions that enable Vanguard to perform at its best and do what’s right for investors
Support achieving client outcomes and giving our investors the best chance at investment success
Gain hands-on experience in software development and practice Agile & LEAN methodologies in a dynamic environment
Share insights and drive outcomes individually and in collaborative, supportive environments
Build a network with program managers, alumni, senior leaders and peers
Meet regularly with your department manager and internship program manager to receive personalized coaching and mentorship
What it takes
In pursuit of a bachelor's or master's degree with a concentration in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, Security, Risk, Cybersecurity or related technical/engineering subject matter required
Strong interest in web, mobile, and/or application development
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations
Effective analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a team-oriented environment
Special Factors
Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position
This program is a full-time, paid summer internship
The start date for this program will be May/June 2025
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
- In pursuit of a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, Security, Risk, Cybersecurity or related technical/engineering subject matter
- Strong interest in web, mobile, and/or application development
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations
- Effective analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be authorized to work without visa sponsorship
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.
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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.
