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PIMCO · 2 months ago

2026 Summer Intern - Legal & Compliance Analyst

Newport Beach, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$34.61/hr - $34.61/hr

Start in 2027 Winter

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income, dedicated to delivering superior investment returns and solutions to clients. The 2026 Summer Internship for a Legal & Compliance Analyst offers a unique opportunity to engage in compliance-related tasks, ensuring alignment with client guidelines and regulatory requirements while gaining hands-on experience in the investment management industry.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Thrive in a fast-paced, exciting, and challenging professional environment with ever-changing priorities

Have a demonstrated interest in financial markets, macroeconomics, investment finance, and/or legal & compliance

Possess exceptional analytical skills, including proficiency of MS Excel, attention to detail, and a track record in creative problem-solving

Work effectively as part of a team, actively contributing ideas, and fostering an inclusive work environment

Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely

Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and achieving goals

Play a crucial role in confirming that PIMCO's investment and strategic goals align with client guidelines and regulatory requirements

Gain invaluable knowledge about interpreting regulations, coding, and monitoring trades for over 4,000 public funds and separate accounts

Collaborate closely with various departments across the firm to maintain compliance and contribute to PIMCO's success

Focus on one or more key areas within the team, which may involve reviewing marketing materials, navigating broker-dealer regulations, addressing anti-financial crime requirements, or exploring other critical regulatory areas

Develop a keen understanding of relevant regulations, learning how to evaluate controls designed to mitigate regulatory risk, and delivering on assigned projects

Engage in various ad hoc projects on a daily basis, including resolving inquiries, conducting scenario analysis, AI-based initiatives, and participating in technology testing

Conduct detailed analysis, develop and present proposals, and drive meaningful change within the compliance organization

Qualification

Financial markets knowledgeAnalytical skillsMS Excel proficiencyLegal compliance understandingMacroeconomics knowledgeTeam collaborationProblem-solvingWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Pursuing an undergraduate degree

Must be able to begin full time employment from a PIMCO office between January 2027 – August 2027

Must be enrolled at a university during the Fall 2026 semester (August 2026 – December 2026)

Have a minimum 3.2 cumulative collegiate grade point average on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent) at an accredited 4-year college or university

Are business proficient in English

Thrive in a fast-paced, exciting, and challenging professional environment with ever-changing priorities

Have a demonstrated interest in financial markets, macroeconomics, investment finance, and/or legal & compliance

Possess exceptional analytical skills, including proficiency of MS Excel, attention to detail, and a track record in creative problem-solving

Work effectively as part of a team, actively contributing ideas, and fostering an inclusive work environment

Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely

Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and achieving goals

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Transition bonus to help with relocation to one of our office locations

Company

PIMCO

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PIMCO, a global investment solutions provider that manages investments for public and private pension and retirement plans and other assets.

Founded in 1971

Newport Beach, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.pimco.com

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