CAP Associate - US (2027)

capgroup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time away

Health benefits from day one

Flexible work options

2-for-1 matching gifts

Annual grants for loved organizations

On-demand professional development

Job summary

Capital Group seeks high-potential CAP Associates in Los Angeles for a global rotation program that develops deep investment judgment through rigorous research and cross-market collaboration.

You will lead substantive research efforts, work with investor mentors, and contribute to meaningful investment decisions across industries and regions.

Qualifications

• Undergrad or master's in final year (non-MBA) is welcomed.
• Up to one year of related work experience after graduation is acceptable.
• CAP invites exceptional early-career talent to develop investment judgment and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end investment research projects, rewarding curiosity and discipline.
• Collaborate with mentors and analysts to develop rigorous, well-supported analyses.
• Contribute to investment dialogue with thoughtful, evidence-based insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Investment research

Quantitative analysis

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or master's (non-MBA) final year

Up to 1 year related work experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

\"I can be myself at work.\"

You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness-and we're committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace. We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community.

\"I can influence my income.\"

You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You'll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses.

\"I can lead a full life.\"

You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you're raising a family, you're passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we'll give you the resources that can set you up for success.

Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options.

Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love.

Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones.

Shape the Future Through Insight

At Capital Group, our mission is to improve people's lives through successful investing. Our Capital Associates Program (CAP) invites exceptional early-career talent who combine deep curiosity, analytical rigor, collaborative leadership, and independent thinking to help us explore some of the world's most complex and consequential investment questions.

CAP is a highly selective, immersive global rotation program for those who want to think deeply, challenge assumptions, and develop the judgment and skills to build a long-term career in investing.

A Truly Differentiated Experience

As a CAP Associate, you will investigate complex investment questions that require original insight, careful judgment, and the ability to synthesize information across industries, markets and disciplines.

The emphasis is on rigorous research: examining industries, assessing long-term trends, asking thoughtful questions, and developing well-reasoned perspectives when answers are rarely obvious. You'll share your own research approach, explore ideas in depth, and produce thoughtful analyses that contribute to Capital Group's long-term investment thinking.

• Data Centers in Space


• Valuation Frameworks for Bitcoin and Gold


• Emerging Market Debt in North Macedonia, Albania and Montenegro


• The Lifecycle of U.S. Apparel and Footwear Brands


• Growth of Indian Quick-Service Restaurant Industry


• Quantum Computing Supply Chain and Implications for CMOS Manufacturing


• Japan Satellite Companies


• Potential Applications of Hydrogen in Decarbonizing Mobility


• Energy Storage and Global Lithium

These aren't hypothetical exercises. CAP Associates explore real-world investment questions and contribute differentiated insights to our investment dialogue.

How You'll Contribute and Develop

• Own Substantive Research: Lead end-to-end investment research projects that reward curiosity, intellectual discipline, and strong communication.


• Develop Through Practice: Strengthen your analytical reasoning, investigative approach, judgment, and communication skills through hands-on research, close collaboration with investor mentors, and targeted development sessions.


• Learn Alongside Experienced Investors: Work closely with analysts and portfolio managers to understand how rigorous inquiry, qualitative and quantitative analyses, and independent thinking contribute to investment decisions.


• Join a Global Community of Thinkers: Join a small, high-caliber cohort of Associates across London, Los Angeles, and Singapore united by intellectual curiosity and an interest in investing.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from undergraduate or master's (non-MBA) students in their final year of study and those with up to one year of related experience after graduation.

When we hire for CAP, we look for potential. Strong candidates dem