College to Corporate Internship

Take a stand for investors 

Join Vanguard’s College to Corporate Internship Program for Business Leadership, an immersive, hands-on experience at one of the world’s leading investment firms. Our interns gain real-world experience through unique opportunities, including project leadership, investment product analysis, and strategy development. This program prepares interns for future leadership roles, both informal and formal, by providing them with the skills and experiences needed to excel in various leadership capacities. Each intern will lead a key assignment, advance our mission and make meaningful contributions that impact our twenty million investors worldwide!

In this internship program you will: 

• Develop a broad understanding of our business and gain deep insights into the department in which you are pursuing your project work. Whether it’s Marketing, Client Services, Personal Advisory Services, Risk Management, or beyond, your assignment will draw upon your experiences and interests in a way that adds value to the business. 

• Practice key skills that demonstrate how creative thinking, technology, analysis, and problem-solving drive success in a major corporation 

• Gain confidence in navigating the ambiguities of the industry as you identify problems, recommend solutions, and improve how the business functions 

• Meet regularly with your department manager and internship program manager to receive personalized coaching and mentorship 

• Cultivate new relationships in a fast-growing network of dedicated professionals working to do what’s right for the investor 

• Present a business solution based on your project work showcasing your understanding and contributions to the department and overall business.

Kickstart a career that counts!

This is a chance to develop your potential as a confident, capable, and engaging leader under the guidance of top industry leadership. 

Upon successful completion of the internship, you will have the opportunity to apply for a full-time position, including one of the Vanguard Specialty Programs. All of Vanguard’s Specialty Programs offer immersive work experience that provides rotational work opportunities. These competitive programs promote networking, growth and development, and a unique perspective and emphasis on various leadershipcapacities. 

What it takes: 

• Open to all majors, with a strong preference for candidates pursuing degrees in Business, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, or related fields. Ideal candidates are those passionate about building a career in the dynamic world of financial services.

• Proven track record in planning, executing, and overseeing projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to forge and maintain robust professional relationships within a diverse network.

• Quick learner with the ability to grasp new concepts swiftly, adapt seamlessly to evolving environments, and proactively take initiative in a fast-paced setting.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, capable of inspiring and guiding others in both formal and informal contexts. Skilled in managing multiple priorities and driving results.

• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, adept at engaging effectively with individuals at all organizational levels and across varied experiences and backgrounds.