Investments Internship Program - US

abrdn; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeen Investments, part of Aberdeen Group plc, is offering a 10-week Investments Internship Program in Philadelphia. You will gain hands-on asset management experience, analyze data, and support investment research.

The role includes structured learning, networking and exposure to senior leaders, with potential pathways into a graduate program. Open to undergraduates in their junior year with a strong interest in markets, the program emphasizes curiosity, teamwork and initiative, welcoming

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student in their junior year, graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Interest in financial markets and how events shape the world around us.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn from experienced colleagues.
• No prior knowledge of investments required; all backgrounds considered.

Responsibilities

• Research markets, industries and companies to support investment decisions.
• Analyse financial, economic and market data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Help prepare reports, presentations and investment materials.
• Monitor market developments and assess their impact on portfolios.
• Take part in team meetings, research discussions and investment reviews.
• Work with colleagues across investment, product, distribution and risk teams.
• Present your insights and recommendations to investment professionals.

Skills

Curiosity

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Analytical thinking

Education

Undergraduate student — junior year

Graduating Dec 2027 to Jun 2028

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Investments Internship Program

Location: Philadelphia

Role Type: Full-time Internship

Period: June - August 2027 (10 weeks)

Closing date: Tuesday, September 15 (We reserve the right to close earlier due to volume of applications) Assessment center to take place in October 2026.

WHO WE ARE

Aberdeen Investments is part of Aberdeen Group plc, one of the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments groups. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry’s best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders and society. We are repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand and are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. As a global business, Aberdeen consists of three divisions: Investments, Adviser, and interactive investor (ii). Each division is dedicated to meeting and adapting to our clients' evolving needs. In the Americas, our sole focus is on the investments business. We have offices in Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Miami, and Sao Paolo. Our breadth of experience gives us close proximity to the companies we invest in and the markets we operate in.

About the Department

Our Investments teams across the Americas help clients become better investors through research, market insight and local expertise. Interns may join our Equities, Fixed Income or ETF teams, working alongside investment professionals to support research, portfolio analysis and client outcomes.

About the Internship

The Investment Internship Program is a 10-week, full-time internship based in Philadelphia from June to August 2027. You'll gain hands‑on experience in asset management, working on real projects, analysing financial and market data, and supporting investment research. You'll attend team meetings, contribute to discussions and present your work to experienced colleagues.

Alongside meaningful work, you'll benefit from structured learning, networking opportunities and exposure to senior leaders. Successful interns may also be considered for Aberdeen's 24-month rotational Graduate Program, starting in September 2028.

What You'll Do

• Research markets, industries and companies to support investment decisions.
• Analyse financial, economic and market data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Help prepare reports, presentations and investment materials.
• Monitor market developments and assess their impact on portfolios.
• Take part in team meetings, research discussions and investment reviews.
• Work with colleagues across investment, product, distribution and risk teams.
• Present your insights and recommendations to investment professionals.

Throughout the program, you'll benefit from a structured development plan, access to e-learning, and opportunities to connect with senior leaders and colleagues across Aberdeen.

About the Candidate

We're looking for undergraduate students in their junior year of study, graduating between December 2027 and June 2028, who are excited to learn, contribute and explore a career in investments.

You’ll likely have:

• An interest in financial markets and how businesses, economies and global events shape the world around us.
• Curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• The ability to work with information and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive approach and a willingness to take initiative.

Previous knowledge of investments, Equities, Fixed Income or ETFs is not required. We welcome applications from all degree backgrounds and are more interested in your potential, mindset and motivation to learn.

Eligibility to Work

Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States and not require current or future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Application Process

• Resume and online application.
• Online testing.
• Online pre-recorded interview.
• Assessment Center, including a group activity, case study and panel interview.

Applications close on Tuesday, September 15. We reserve the right to close earlier due to volume of applications. Assessment Center activity is expected to take place in October 2026.

HOW WE CREATE VALUE:

Our strategic drivers are the foundations from which we deliver for all our stakeholders: High Impact Intelligence, Enduring Relationships, Connections without borders and Future fit. You can find out more about our values here.

OUR INCLUSIVE CULTURE:

We are committed to exploring the possibilities of working smarter. This means we’d like to hear from you, whatever way you like to work. We have a long-term commitment to building inclusive workplaces; we value diversity in our workforce and welcome enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or a reasonable adjustment due to a disability, please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. You can find out more about our inclusive culture here. Aberdeen is an affirmative action - equal opportunity employer.

Your Application

We recognize that many people use tools such as artificial intelligence to help them think about or structure their applications. You are welcome to use these tools for support, but your application must be your own work and reflect your own experiences, ideas and words.

If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist.