2027 MBA Summer Intern – Credit Research Analyst, US

PIMCO; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

PIMCO, a global leader in fixed income, invites MBA candidates to join a 10-week Credit Research internship in Newport Beach, CA. You will work alongside seasoned credit analysts, evaluating industries and issuing investment ideas while gaining hands-on exposure to AI-powered analysis tools.

The internship emphasizes training, mentorship, and real-world risk assessment across debt markets, with a focus on developing practical, market-ready skills for investment decision-making.

Qualifications

• MBA candidate with emphasis in Finance and Economics or related quantitative field from a leading school.
• Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or related quantitative discipline.
• Strong academic credentials and achievement; experience with financial analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate industries and companies to make investment recommendations for PIMCO’s portfolio managers.
• Provide analytical support by highlighting risks across debt capital structures.
• Cover multiple industries, supporting senior analysts and learning day-to-day responsibilities.
• Collaborate with mentors and participate in training and career development activities.

Skills

Research skills

Financial modeling

Investment knowledge

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Ethical mindset

AI tools familiarity

Education

MBA candidate

Advanced degree in Finance/Economics

Tools

AI-powered tools

Job description

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income. With our launch in 1971 in Newport Beach, California, PIMCO introduced investors to a total return approach to fixed income investing. In the 50+ years since, we have worked relentlessly to help millions of investors pursue their objectives – regardless of shifting marketing conditions. As active investors, our goal is not just to find opportunities, but to create them. To this end, we remain firmly committed to the pursuit of our mission: delivering superior investment returns, solutions, and service to our clients.Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.2027 MBA Summer Intern – Credit Research Analyst, USInternship positions are located at PIMCO’s Newport Beach, CA HeadquartersYou’re eligible to apply if you:Are pursuing an MBA degree with an emphasis in Finance and Economics or a related, quantitative/analytical field from an accredited, leading business school or university, or other equivalent Advanced Degree as it relates to the positionMust be able to begin full-time employment from a PIMCO office between January 2028 – August 2028Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing)Must be willing to work in Newport Beach, CAHow to apply:All applications for this role must be received by November 14, 2026Please submit your resume and cover letter via the PIMCO Careers portalREQUIRED: a 1–2-page write-up of an original and independent investment recommendation that can target either debt or equity securities, depending on your comfort level with these asset classesPlease note: This investment recommendation will be used in our interview selection processPlease include your name in the file title and in the header on each page of the write-up. To be able to upload your file, combining your write-up with your resume pdf file for submissionCredit ResearchCredit Research analysts evaluate various industries and companies to make investment recommendations to PIMCO’s portfolio managers group. They also provide analytical support for the firm’s portfolio managers by highlighting risks. Credit analysts at PIMCO specialize in a number of industries and cover all levels of the debt capital structure - investment grade bonds, high yield (“junk”) bonds, bank debt and convertibles. Summer interns will work alongside our seasoned credit analysts, supporting them in their coverage responsibilities, while learning about the various industries and day-to-day responsibilities.Career Development, Training and MentoringEvery intern begins their summer with a formal week of training. The PIMCO Fundamentals training program will provide you with the skills, knowledge and relationships that will prepare you to succeed in your internship. Your informal training will continue throughout the summer at PIMCO – everyday, in a perpetual learning environment. In addition, you will be teamed with a seasoned professional who offers guidance and mentorship throughout the internship.Desired candidates should possess the following characteristics:Skills conducting research and basic financial modeling. Demonstrates natural intuition to make good judgmentsStrong interest in the financial markets, macroeconomics and investment financeProactive in thinking about potential investment ideas.Good communicator; strong written and oral presentation abilities. Needs to be persuasive and credibleEthical, collaborative, organized, flexible, high-energy, self-starter, accountable, humbleStrong academic credentials and achievementDemonstrate curiosity and experience in using new emerging technologies and AI tools in your work or school projects to solve problems and drive better outcomesThe PIMCO Internship Experience:The PIMCO Internship is a 10-week program that runs from early June to mid-August, with the expectation that you will be available for the full duration of the programDuring Week 1, you’ll participate in PIMCO Fundamentals Training, providing you with the skills, knowledge, and relationships that will prepare you for successAlongside your colleagues, participate in PIMCO's Global Month of Volunteering, developed to heighten the impact of our employees' worldwide volunteer effortsJoin us for a variety of cross-divisional education, networking & social events!Your supervisor, peer mentor, senior leaders and team offer guidance and mentorship throughout the summerYou will gain hands-on experience with AI-powered tools from day one, with training and resources that help build future ready skills and make an impact from the startYou’ll receive feedback at mid- and end-of-summer as part of a formal review process to keep you on the path to meeting your summer goalsWant to learn more? Hear about The PIMCO Internship Experience from past internsAs a PIMCO intern, you’ll receive competitive compensation, along with a transition bonus to help with relocation to one of our office locationsPIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance.Salary: $ 180,000.00Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action StatementPIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.Applicants with DisabilitiesPIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.