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Investment Management - InvestmentsPrudential: 2026 Corporate, Chief Investment Office (CIO) Analyst Program
Location(s): Newark, NJ; (Hybrid)
Are you looking for a career that helps you apply your love of capital markets, data analysis, and investments to inform business strategy and work with diverse teams on challenging projects? Are you interested in being a part of an exciting program that is focused on developing technical and professional skills while collaborating alongside leaders in the investment community? If you are results driven, have a passion for working with numbers, and are deeply technical and highly innovative, then Prudential’s Chief Investment Office (CIO) Analyst Program is the role for you!
The Chief Investment Office (CIO) is a major strategic partner to many other departments across the enterprise and relies upon a collaborative culture to effectively create both micro and macro solutions to the most interesting challenges at Prudential. With over $400 billion in assets under management as of 12/31/2024, the CIO is responsible for asset/liability (ALM) management, interest rate risk management, oversight and reporting on product investment margin performance and related hedge management activities. The CIO controls the management of the investment portfolios of Prudential’s General Accounts through its Alternative Assets Group and Global Hedge Management team within Prudential Select Strategies LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser, and its U.S. and International Portfolio groups, and Global Investment Strategy team.
Role Summary:
Be the future of Prudential. Every year, we seek talented soon–to-be college graduates like you to join our team. From day one, here’s what you can expect to experience
Exceptional professional growth and career advancement, fully set up to succeed.
New experiences and thrilling challenges, designed to maximize your potential.
A supportive professional network as you connect and collaborate across divisions and regions.
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Timeline:
Application Deadline: Friday, September 26th, 2025 (We review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close earlier based on volume or role availability.)
PGIM Investment Professional internship and full-time analyst applications open Tuesday, July 1st, 2025. All other role types open on or after Monday, August 4th, 2025. You may apply for up to three roles per recruitment season.
What you can expect:
The CIO Analyst Program is a four year, entry-level role within the Chief Investment Office. Our program provides exposure to multiple pockets of a dynamic organization while creating the opportunity for success and recognition through substantial and long-term business impact.
Placements will vary across the business, some experiences within our CIO Analyst Program could include:
Alternative Assets Team within Prudential Select Strategies (PSS) | Prudential Select Strategies LLC is a registered investment adviser that originates, underwrites, and manages a diversified portfolio of fund investments to maximize risk-adjusted return on required capital. The Alternative Assets Team within Prudential Select Strategies is organized into the following asset classes and teams: Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Real Assets, Manager of Managers, Operational Due Diligence, and Risk Management. This group originates, underwrites, and manages a diversified portfolio of fund investments to maximize risk-adjusted return on required capital.
Global Hedge Management (GHM) | GHM provides comprehensive hedging solutions and efficient trade execution. The team utilizes its capital markets acumen and liability knowledge to implement and manage multiple hedge programs for the CIO. Some of GHM’s responsibilities include Trading & Hedge Management, Hedge Strategy, Marketing & Production Development, and Managerial Analytics.
U.S. Portfolio Management (USPM) | The U.S. Portfolio Management (USPM) group is the portfolio manager responsible for managing Prudential’s proprietary U.S. investment portfolios. USPM develops asset-liability management-oriented portfolio strategies that include target levels of interest rate exposure and asset allocation among various public and private fixed income sectors and alternative assets. USPM implements these portfolio strategies by selecting, directing, and overseeing asset managers with scale and demonstrated expertise in the management of specific asset classes.
International Portfolio Management (IPM) | IPM is the portfolio manager responsible for managing Prudential’s proprietary international investment portfolios. IPM develops asset-liability management-oriented portfolio strategies that include target levels of interest rate exposure and asset allocation among various public and private fixed income sectors and alternative assets. IPM implements these portfolio strategies by selecting, directing, and overseeing asset managers with scale and demonstrated expertise in the management of specific asset classes.
Global Investment Strategy (GIS) |The GIS group is responsible for the broad investment strategy and portfolio management across the varying legal entities and portfolios. The development of the enterprise investment strategy includes key inputs such as market and strategic initiatives, ALM strategy and analytics, as well as credit risk portfolio management. In addition, the flexibility of the non-AOI portfolios allows implementation of total rate of return strategies to significantly enhance economic value.
What you’ll need:
Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s program graduating between December 2025 and May 2026
Preferred majors include mathematics, engineering, economics, computer science, finance, actuarial sciences, or a similar quantitative subject area.
Minimum 3.2 GPA recommended
Prudential does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Successful candidates must possess the requisite US employment authorization to be eligible for consideration
It’d be a plus if you had:
Strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Here’s what to expect when you apply:
1. Submit your application | Apply to up to three roles that best match your interests and skills.
2. Complete a first round video interview | If selected, you’ll be invited to record responses to a few interview questions. This helps our teams get to know you better and allows you to share your story on your own time.
3. Join us for final round interviews | If you advance, you’ll be invited to meet with our team—either virtually or in person—to learn more about our business, culture, and role.
Note: The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $85,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [email protected].
If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email [email protected] to request assistance.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, complemented by behavioral health programs and wellness reimbursements. On-site fitness centers and health coaching further support physical and mental well-being.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with company match and a company-funded pension, with access to an employee stock purchase program. Student loan repayment assistance and savings plans add to long-term financial support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Work-life balance is reinforced by flexible/hybrid work options, paid holidays and sick allowances, and amenities like gym access, free parking, and an affordable cafeteria in some locations. Tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and broad work/life resources extend lifestyle support.
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