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Contract Dates: Tuesday, June 1 – Friday, August 7, 2027

Locations Available: Pittsburgh, PA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; or New York, NY

Join WTW’s Investment team for a summer internship where you will be working alongside experienced investment professionals to analyze information, solve client problems, and communicate investment insights. You will work with supportive teams across investment research, portfolio management and client consulting, build practical analytical and presentation skills, and learn how institutional investors make portfolio decisions in a collaborative environment. No specific major is required. We welcome candidates who are curious about financial markets and interested in learning.

We are in the business of transforming tomorrows. Join us and transform yours.

The Business

WTW’s Investment business helps institutional investors make better investment decisions through advice, investment management services, and specialized tools. We advise more than 1,200 clients globally on over $2.6 trillion in assets, helping them achieve better and more sustainable outcomes.

The Role

You will be part of a collaborative team, working alongside consultants, researchers, portfolio managers, and other investment professionals on projects that support institutional investors. Through real client and research work, you will build practical experience, develop analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Work you may help with:

• Research investment managers and strategies, organize findings, and help teams compare potential investment ideas.
• Analyze portfolio or performance information using spreadsheets and internal tools.
• Support teams in preparing reports and presentation materials for client meetings.
• Participate in team discussions and contribute questions, observations, and ideas
• As your knowledge develops, you will gain exposure to how investment advice is delivered and how client relationships are managed.

Learning and Development
Throughout the internship, you will receive training, mentoring and hands-on project experience designed to develop analytical, technical, and professional skills. You'll work with colleagues across the Investments business, gain exposure to different areas of investing, expand your network, and explore potential future career paths. Interns may also have opportunities to contribute to broader team initiatives and thought leadership projects.

What you will bring

• Curiosity about financial markets and an eagerness to learn.
• An analytical and thoughtful approach to solving problems.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate, stay organized, and follow through on commitments.
• Comfort working with spreadsheets and presentations, or a willingness to develop these skills.

This is an in-office or hybrid role, with the expectation of being present in the office at least three days each week. The position placement will be in one of the following offices: Pittsburgh, PA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; or New York, NY.

Eligibility and work arrangements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree within the confirmed graduation window. No specific major is required. (a minimum GPA of 3.0)
• Accepting applications from candidates that graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree between December 2027 through June 2028.
• This is a hybrid position that requires you to be local and able to work from one of the listed offices at least three days per week.
• Meets the work-authorization requirements stated for this opportunity.

We are committed to hiring the best-qualified candidates while ensuring our search reaches a broad range of talented applicants. If this opportunity excites you and your experience aligns with many of the skills described, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed.

Future Career Opportunities: Our internship program serves as a key talent pipeline for future full-time Graduate opportunities. As a result, candidates must meet the graduation date requirements specified in the posting. If a candidate's expected graduation date changes after applying, they are expected to promptly inform their recruiter or manager, as this may impact eligibility for current or future opportunities.

Interest in pursuing the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) is desired for this role. If the internship converts into a full time role, CFA charter designation will be strongly encouraged.

Recruiting tips: WTW specializes in preparing for the unknown. Here’s how to get ready for the big day: https://careers.wtwco.com/early-careers-application-process-faqs.

Compensation and Benefits: Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

Compensation: The hourly rate being offered for this role is $26-$28.75/hr USD. This role is also eligible for over-time.

Company Benefits: WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

EOE, including disability/vets

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.