students

See your future here

At Vanguard, we’re on a mission to do right by our investors and so can you.

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Student programs

We offer a variety of ways for undergraduate students at every level to learn more about career opportunities and life at Vanguard.

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first year

EXPLORE Days

During this virtual experience, you’ll meet leaders and crew from across our business, while learning more about what it’s like to work at Vanguard, our mission, and what sets us apart. This is your chance to discover the many ways you can make a difference as part of our team.

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second year

North Star Sophomore Experiential Learning Program

North Star is a two-day virtual program geared towards students with diverse backgrounds and students from underrepresented groups. The program is designed to expose these students to career and development opportunities that will elevate their futures.

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third year

College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program

The College to Corporate Internship Program offers extensive training, hands-on opportunities, and mentorship from professionals that will all aid in broadening your business acumen and technical expertise.

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Fourth year

Full-time opportunities

Explore a wide range of possibilities, including roles in Client Services, IT Specialized Programs, Vanguard Specialty Programs, and more.

Learn more about early career opportunities

A female student smiling while attending a virtual conference.

EXPLORE Days

During this virtual experience, you’ll meet leaders and crew from across our business, while learning more about what it’s like to work at Vanguard, our mission, and what sets us apart. This is your chance to discover the many ways you can make a difference as part of our team.

A male student wearing headphones and looking intently at a laptop.

North Star Sophomore Experiential Learning Program

North Star is a two-day virtual program geared towards students with diverse backgrounds and students from underrepresented groups. The program is designed to expose these students to career and development opportunities that will elevate their futures.

A female student laughing while seated across from her mentor.

College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program

The College to Corporate Internship Program offers extensive training, hands-on opportunities, and mentorship from professionals that will all aid in broadening your business acumen and technical expertise.

A young man with a laptop, gazing into the distance and smiling.

Full-time opportunities

Explore a wide range of possibilities, including roles in Client Services, IT Specialized Programs, Vanguard Specialty Programs and more.

Learn more about early career opportunities

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Internships

Whether you’re an undergraduate or an MBA candidate, our internship programs will help take your leadership abilities, academic achievement, and business skills to the next level.

Opportunities

College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program

The College to Corporate Internship program offers high-potential undergraduate students the opportunity to work on real-world challenges, expand their expertise, and gain invaluable insights into our business, culture, and values. This 10-week paid internship provides a path into the Vanguard Specialty Programs.

Learn more about the Vanguard Specialty Programs

Internship assignments will be based on the participant’s experience and interests and may include opportunities in:

  • Finance.
  • Sales.
  • Marketing.
  • Project administration.
  • Client relationship management.
  • Investment management.
  • Information technology.
  • Data & analytics.

  • Malvern, PA.
  • Charlotte, NC.
  • Dallas, TX.
  • Scottsdale, AZ.

Undergraduate students
College sophomores and juniors who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a relevant field. Graduate students with a combination of field of study and relevant experience are also considered.

Applications typically open in August for the following year’s internship program.

MBA Development Program Internship

The MBA Internship Program provides students currently enrolled in an MBA program an introduction to a robust network of peers and leaders across the organization and a chance to learn in a highly challenging, real-world environment. This 10-week paid internship provides a pathway into our MBA Development Program.

Learn more about the MBA Development Program

Internship assignments will be based on the participant’s experience and interests and may include opportunities in:

  • General management.
  • Investment management.

  • Malvern, PA.

Graduate students who are at the midpoint of an MBA program and have a minimum of five years of work experience.

Applications typically open in August for the following year’s internship program.

I chose Vanguard because of the company culture and opportunities for professional development.”

Julia R.
College to Corporate (C2C) Internship

Why choose us?

Innovative culture

Mentorship and support

Career growth and development

Learn more about our benefits and rewards

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Our culture

At Vanguard, we’re committed to fostering a culture that embodies our core mission and values. These values guide every decision we make and shape the way we interact with our clients, communities, and crew.

Learn more about our culture

Careers blog

Awards

  • Vault

    2023 Top Internship

  • Handshake

    2023 Early Talent

  • Seramount

    2023 100 Best Companies

  • Disability Equality Index

    2023 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion