College to Corporate IT InternshipApplication Development PA

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 296,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hybrid work model

Mentorship

Job summary

Vanguard’s College to Corporate Internship offers hands-on experience building and delivering technology solutions in web, mobile, and backend spaces. You’ll work on real projects, gain mentorship, and develop leadership through ownership of work and collaboration.

We provide a hybrid work model with start dates in May/June 2027. The program emphasizes growth, team learning, and meaningful impact for investors and clients.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (required)
• Strong interest in application development, including web, mobile, or backend systems
• Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript)
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and enhance applications that support Vanguard's internal systems and client-facing platforms
• Participate in the software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, debugging, and deployment
• Work with modern technologies and tools in an Agile/LEAN team environment
• Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and business partners to deliver impactful solutions
• Contribute ideas, solve problems, and drive outcomes both independently and as part of a team
• Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard
• Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development

Skills

Programming languages

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Application development

GPA 3.2+

Education

Bachelors or Masters in CS/CE/IT

Tools

Agile/LEAN

Job description

Launch your career in technology with Vanguard's College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program. As an intern in this space, you'll gain hands-on experience building and delivering impactful technology solutions that support our mission to give investors the best chance for success in areas such as web, mobile, and/or application development. This immersive internship combines real-world project work, mentorship, and structured development to help you grow your technical and professional skillset while building leadership skills through ownership of work, collaboration, and real-world impact. You'll build high-impact solutions that allow Vanguard to perform at its best and do what's right for investors through exciting assignments .

In this internship, you will:

• Design, build, and enhance applications that support Vanguard's internal systems and client-facing platforms
• Participate in the software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, debugging, and deployment
• Work with modern technologies and tools in an Agile/LEAN team environment
• Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and business partners to deliver impactful solutions
• Contribute ideas, solve problems, and drive outcomes both independently and as part of a team
• Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard
• Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development

What it takes:

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (required)
• Strong interest in application development, including web, mobile, or backend systems
• Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript)
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher (preferred)
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Additional Information:

• This is a full-time, paid 10-week summer internship
• Vanguard does not offer visa sponsorship for this role
• Start date: May/June 2027

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.