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Internship in Investment/Strategy Research (Undergraduate and Master's)

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Interns will work on research-related projects, analyzing portfolios and simulations, and conducting empirical research to support investment strategies.
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  • Here at Dimensional, we strive to be an inclusive workplace for all. Even if you do not match every qualification listed, if you are interested in who we are, what we do, and why we do it, we suggest and encourage you to apply.

  • The use of Artificial Intelligence during interviews and skill testing is prohibited, unless Dimensional Fund Advisors has authorized such use.

  • If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, such accommodation is available upon request.

   

Job Description:

The Research Department at Dimensional is integral both in the successful day-to-day functioning of the firm and in developing Dimensional’s long-term strategy. The team produces high-quality, thought-leadership research on investments and financial markets that is of interest to clients. The team also leads the development of the firm’s investment approach, the application of that approach through portfolio management and trading, and the implementation of technology solutions that make the investment process more efficient.  

Our team is seeking students from top tier academic programs to intern in the summer of 2026. The Internship offers an opportunity to work on intellectually rigorous and stimulating challenges and provides real life experience into the different aspects of research at Dimensional. The Internship is open to students in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, engineering, and other related quantitative fields who expect to complete their degree in December 2026-June 2027.

Responsibilities 

This nine-week program will be fully in person and expose interns to the day-to-day activities of the Research group. Interns will gain an understanding of what it's like to be a Research Analyst at Dimensional, as they will be involved in projects that meet our firm’s current business needs. You will be expected to use your intellect, quantitative reasoning, and computational skills to identify and solve the various issues that arise in a fast-paced environment, working simultaneously on individual projects and team-based initiatives. Depending on what team within Research you are assigned to, projects may include the following:

  • Perform analysis on portfolios and prospective strategies;
  • Execute and analyze simulations for research on asset pricing models and economics studies;
  • Conduct empirical research related to Dimensional’s investment strategies and a variety of investment topics;
  • Review relevant academic papers and present findings to internal research teams; and
  • Work with other members of the investment and client services teams to answer internal and client questions.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3.2 GPA and pursuing an undergraduate or specialized Master’s degree with an expected graduation date of December 2026 – June 2027. Preferred fields of study include finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, engineering, or other related quantitative fields.
  • Excellent quantitative problem-solving and analytic skills.
  • Ability to communicate financial and economic concepts, in both oral and written form.
  • Self-starter who can manage multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
  • Strong programming skills in one or more languages, such as C#, C++, Fortran, R, SAS, or Stata.
  • Experience doing empirical research with large datasets.

    

Dimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.  The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates. 

Top Skills

C#
C++
Fortran
R
SAS
Stata

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