Dimensional Fund Advisors is seeking undergrad or graduate level students actively pursuing a degree to join our 2027 summer internship program. This 9-week program will be fully in-person and expose interns to the day-to-day activities of an Analyst in Portfolio Management.
The Portfolio Management team is responsible for the implementation of Dimensional’s investment philosophy. Portfolios are structured to target sources of higher expected return that have been identified and vetted by academia and Dimensional’s research team. Portfolio Management is responsible for the daily oversight and management of Dimensional’s portfolios and implements our investment philosophy across all our investment solutions. Our portfolio managers achieve this exposure by implementing a daily and systematic portfolio management process. In addition to overseeing and enhancing this process, portfolio managers also interact with current and prospective clients.
The Portfolio Management team ensures that Dimensional’s portfolios deliver consistent and efficient exposure to the dimensions of higher expected returns, as identified by the greatest minds in modern financial economics. Portfolio Management interacts and collaborates closely with several departments including Trading, Research, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Operations, and the Global Client Group to ensure a superior investment experience for our clients.
The Internship involves extensive projects that improve the way we implement investment strategies. Interns will work side by side with Portfolio Managers to make thoughtful, data-informed enhancements, and will have the opportunity to present their findings to senior management. In addition to project work, interns take on responsibilities similar to full-time analysts, supporting the daily needs of the Portfolio Management strategy desks and broader investment team.
Qualifications
- Minimum GPA of 3.2; pursuing an undergraduate or specialized Master’s degree with an expected graduation date of December 2027 - June 2028
- Interest in financial markets and passionate about improving the investment experience
- Excellent quantitative problem-solving and analytic skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Detail-oriented, organized, highly motivated, and able to work independently and in a team environment
- Self-starter who can manage multiple projects and meeting deadlines
- Proficiency in MS Excel
- Knowledge of databases (MS Access, SQL) preferred
- Knowledge of Python preferred
- Ability to absorb and apply information from formal and informal learning experiences
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
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Skills Required
- Minimum GPA of 3.2; pursuing an undergraduate or specialized Master's degree with expected graduation Dec 2027 - June 2028
- Interest in financial markets and improving the investment experience
- Excellent quantitative problem-solving and analytic skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Detail-oriented, organized, highly motivated; able to work independently and in a team
- Self-starter who can manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in MS Excel
- Knowledge of databases (MS Access, SQL)
- Knowledge of Python
- Ability to absorb and apply information from formal and informal learning experiences
- This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental‑health support, and HSA/FSA options. An on‑site clinic in Austin and wellness programs are cited as meaningful adds to the overall offering.
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Dimensional is a leading global investment firm that has been translating academic research into practical investment solutions since 1981. Guided by a strong belief in markets, we help investors pursue higher expected returns through a systematic investment process that integrates research insights with advanced portfolio design, management, and trading while balancing tradeoffs that can impact returns. Dimensional is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has 14 global offices across North America, Europe, and Asia. As of March 31, 2022, Dimensional manages $659 billion for investors worldwide.
