Internship in Global Client Group - Austin (Undergraduate & Master's)

Dimensional Fund Advisors; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational initiatives

Career development programs

Job summary

Dimensional Fund Advisors invites undergrad and grad students to join a 9-week summer internship in its Global Client Group. You will support client-facing activities, work on analytical projects, and present results to the team at the end of the program.

Participants learn how Dimensional translates academic research into practical investment decisions, collaborating with professionals and gaining exposure to client insights and financial markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.2 with an expected graduation date of December 2027 – June 2028.
• Interest in financial markets and improving the investment experience.
• Understanding and appreciation of Dimensional’s investment philosophy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Team‑first mindset with proactive problem solving.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and ability to learn programs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in day-to-day activities during the 9-week program.
• Work on presentations and analytical projects and present results to the team at the end of the internship.
• Learn how Dimensional applies academic research to real-world investing and contribute to client insights.

Skills

Financial markets

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Undergrad or Master’s degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Job Description: Do you have a strong interest in the investing, financial services, and/or asset management industry? If so, Dimensional’s summer internship might be the right fit for you! Spend your summer working alongside top asset management professionals developing innovative, academically backed ways of improving the investment experience.

Overview

The Global Client Group (GCG) is Dimensional's distribution arm, comprised of sales channels that target a diverse client set. By putting the client first, we strive to transform the way the world invests, and our solutions are a testament to the value our clients have gained over time. Specifically, the GCG's goal is to develop deep, enduring business relationships with financial advisors, institutions, and consultants and to provide insights and tools that can help them deliver a better financial experience. The GCG is responsible for developing new business relationships and managing current relationships with our global clients. We take the time to understand clients’ evolving needs, identifying where we can add value, and collaborating to provide a better investment experience.

Responsibilities

Dimensional is seeking undergraduate or graduate level students actively pursuing a degree to join our 2027 summer internship program. Over the course of a 9‑week program interns will play an integral part in the day-to-day support provided to our clients. The internship will provide the opportunity to learn how Dimensional takes principles developed by academic research and applies them to the real world of investing. Interns will work on various presentation and analytical projects and present results to the team at the end of their internship.

Qualifications and Desired Experiences

• Minimum GPA of 3.2; pursuing an undergraduate or specialized Master’s degree with an expected graduation date of December 2027 - June 2028
• Interest in financial markets and passionate about improving the investment experience
• An understanding and appreciation of Dimensional's investment philosophy
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Team‑first mindset with an ability to proactively identify and help others solve problems
• Excellent analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills
• Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) with the ability to learn programs as needed

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. #LI-Office

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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, and 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.

Company Information

At Dimensional, we want to change the way the world thinks about investing. As a leading global investment firm, we offer systematic, value‑added investment solutions based on robust science and thoughtful implementation. Our global team includes more than 1,600 passionate people with diverse experiences, education, strengths, and talents. With a learning mindset rooted in academia and powered by the great ideas in finance, we pursue what we believe are the strongest investment solutions, while providing a world‑class client experience. Every employee plays a role in delivering these experiences, and we know we can achieve the most when we work as a team to endeavor to help improve investors’ lives.

For more information about Dimensional and our current opportunities, please visit our Careers site.

Dimensional Fund Advisors LP is an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Hybrid Working Details

Dimensional sees great value from collaborating in our offices and appreciates the benefits of flexibility. Most roles fit our office‑first hybrid approach: We are together on our campuses Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and have the choice to work in the office or remotely, depending on what is best for that work day, on Mondays and Fridays. This approach maximizes in‑person collaboration and interaction while simultaneously providing flexibility and applies to most roles globally with a few exceptions that require more or less time in the office.

Resumes and portfolios (when applicable) are required as part of your application.

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.