About this role
College to Corporate IT Internship – Technology Operations
Job description
Put your technical mind to work
Do you want to work on new technologies? Do you have a strong interest in networks, platform engineering, and operations? Are you ready to put your classroom experience into action? Vanguard's College to Corporate Internship Program is an immersive, hands-on experience at one of the world's leading investment firms. Extensive training, real-world experience, hands-on opportunities and mentorship from professionals will all aid in broadening your technical expertise. You'll receive exposure to the software life cycle and positively impact our clients through exciting assignments. Make it count!
In this internship you will:
- Build and manage effective operations and systems that allow Vanguard to perform internally and externally at its best and do what's right
- Put your technical mind to work
- Do you want to work on new technologies? Do you have a strong interest in networks, platform engineering, and operations? Are you ready to put your classroom experience into action? Vanguard's College to Corporate Internship Program is an immersive, hands-on experience at one of the world's leading investment firms. Extensive training, real-world experience, hands-on opportunities and mentorship from professionals will all aid in broadening your technical expertise. You'll receive exposure to the software life cycle and positively impact our clients through exciting assignments. Make it count!
In this internship you will:
- Build and manage effective operations and systems that allow Vanguard to perform internally and externally at its best and do what's right for investors
- Support achieving client outcomes and giving our investors the best chance at investment success
- Gain hands-on experience in network engineering, infrastructure, and automation while practicing Agile & LEAN methodologies
- Share your insights and drive outcomes individually and in collaborative, supportive environments
- Build a network with program managers, alumni, senior leaders and peers
- Meet regularly with your department manager and internship program manager to receive personalized coaching and mentorship
What it takes
- In pursuit of a bachelor's or master's degree with a concentration in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, or related technical/engineering subject matter required
- Strong interest in networks, platform engineering, and operations
- Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred
- Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations
- Effective analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a team-oriented environment
Special Factors
- Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position
- This program is a full-time, paid summer internship
- The start date for this program will be May/June 2027
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.
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Vanguard is an equal opportunity employer. Vanguard is committed to providing all crew members a working environment that is free from discrimination, prejudice and bias. Through this Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy, Vanguard reaffirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and crew members without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status. In addition, Vanguard prohibits discrimination based on genetic information, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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