2025 PhD Summer Intern - Quant Research Analyst, Client Solutions & Analytics, US

PIMCO - Newport Beach, CA

Full-time - Intern

Newport Beach, CA

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

The 2025 Summer Internship for PhD Quant Research Analyst in Client Solutions & Analytics at PIMCO offers an opportunity for Ph.D. candidates to engage in innovative quantitative research and analytics for clients. Interns will collaborate with various teams to produce research pieces, develop investment solutions, and present findings to clients. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in a high-performance culture that values diverse thinking and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Produce innovative thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO's clients.
• Publish research pieces on relevant market themes and construct bespoke investment solutions.
• Develop platforms and applications to analyze client portfolios.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management teams.
• Participate in internal and client presentations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. candidate from a top program in quantitative disciplines such as Finance, Economics, Statistics, Physics, or Math.
• Strong research background with excellent public speaking skills.
• Formal training in empirical research, especially time series and panel data econometrics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization methods.
• Experience analyzing large data sets.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Transition bonus for relocation
• Formal review process with feedback
• Networking and social events
• Mentorship from supervisors and senior leaders