American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments.
Privately owned and independent, we focus solely on investment management. But there’s an unexpected side to us, too. We direct 40% of our dividends every year—over $2 billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institute’s breakthrough work and mission of defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. So, the better we do for our clients, the more we can do for everyone.
All who work here around the globe are inspired every day by the unique difference our hard work can make in so many lives. It shows in the curiosity we bring to every initiative, the deep relationships we build with our clients, and the way we treat each other in the hallway. If you’re excited to learn more about us, we can’t wait to learn more about you.
Role SummaryAs an Investment Operations & Transformation Intern, you will join our team to gain exposure to American Century Investments and the broader financial services industry. The program begins with structured training and continues with ongoing learning and mentorship. You'll apply your knowledge to meaningful projects and real-world opportunities that contribute to our team's success.
This program is for currently enrolled undergraduate rising seniors who will graduate in December 2027 - Spring 2028. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2026.
Location: this onsite position will be based out of our Kansas City, MO office.
Program dates: June 2nd – August 6th (10 weeks).
Work schedule: 40 hours/week - Monday – Friday (8 am – 5 pm).
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
How You Will Make an ImpactCollaborate with teams across the organization including Investment Accounting, Security Valuations, Financial Reporting, Tax, Trade Ops, Corporate Actions, Product Event Management, Investment Performance, Investment Reporting, Transformation, Corporate Finance and Business Process Reengineering.
Gain practical, real-world experience by executing a diverse range of daily and periodic operational processes.
Develop a strong understanding of key risks and control frameworks across the organization.
Enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risk by identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing solutions using low-code development tools.
Play an active role in advancing key projects and strategic initiatives.
You are an incoming senior enrolled in an undergraduate program in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
A strong interest in gaining hands-on experience in the finance industry, with a desire to deepen understanding of capital markets, key market participants, investment vehicles, and investment operations processes.
An effective communicator with a clear, concise, and detail-oriented style, both in verbal and written formats.
A self-motivated individual who thrives both independently and as a collaborative team member. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Customer Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.
Experience using data visualization tools, low-code tools, or Python.
Familiarity with AI frameworks and the development of AI agents or skills.
Competitive pay and 401k eligibility for employee contributions.
Mentor Program - during your time with us you will be assigned a dedicated mentor to provide career coaching and mentoring.
Access to our Business Resource Groups (Emerging Professionals, Pride, Mosaic, Green Team, and others.)
Casual dress code - be comfortable and express your unique self.
A robust social and philanthropic calendar of events hosted just for Interns!
Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.
American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. As such, American Century strives to provide a reasonable accommodation to any qualified individual under the ADA to perform essential job functions.
We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to [email protected]. All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.
American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals forty years of age and older, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.
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Skills Required
- Currently enrolled undergraduate student graduating December 2027 through Spring 2028
- Incoming senior standing
- Degree or coursework in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong interest in finance, capital markets, investment vehicles, and investment operations
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented work style
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Experience with data visualization tools, low-code tools, or Python
- Familiarity with AI frameworks and development of AI agents or skills
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship
- Ability to work onsite in Kansas City, Missouri, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
American Century Investments Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about American Century Investments and has not been reviewed or approved by American Century Investments.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, HSA contributions, EAP, condition‑specific programs, virtual care, and wellness amenities. Inclusive elements such as gender‑affirming care and a travel benefit for care not locally available are also highlighted.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support features a 401(k) match up to 5% plus an additional annual employer contribution tied to firm performance, alongside company‑paid life/AD&D and disability coverage. A broad menu of voluntary financial protections further bolsters long‑term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family benefits include 10 weeks paid parental leave for birth or adoption, backup dependent care, and caregiver leave. Adoption support is emphasized with recognition and up to $10,000 in eligible expense reimbursement.
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What We Do
American Century Investments® is a leading asset manager focused on delivering investment results and building long-term client relationships while supporting research that can improve health and save lives. It’s how we help our clients Prosper With Purpose™. Every day people are increasingly focused on investing to make the world a better place for themselves, their families, their organizations, and the world at large. It is possible to live a more meaningful and impactful life and give back something that’s more valuable than money. When you invest with us, you can also invest in the future of others and have the potential to impact the lives of millions. That’s possible because of the distinct relationship with the Stowers Institute for Medical Research, which owns more than 40% of American Century Investments. Our dividend payments provide the ongoing financial support for the Institute’s work of uncovering the causes, treatments and prevention of life-threatening diseases, like cancer. Together we can become a powerful force for good…it’s like nothing you’ve seen before from an investment management firm.
