2027 MBA Summer Internship PM - Public - Credit Research APAC

2027 MBA Summer Intern – Credit Research Analyst, APAC 

Internship positions are located at PIMCO’s Hong Kong Office 

You’re eligible to apply if you: 

• Are pursuing an MBA degree with an emphasis in Finance and Economics or a related, quantitative/analytical field from an accredited, leading business school or university, or other equivalent Advanced Degree as it relates to the position 

• Must be able to begin full time employment from a PIMCO office between January 2028 – August 2028 

• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing) 

• Must be willing to work in Hong Kong office. 

How to apply:  

• All applications for this role must be received by November 14, 2026 

• Please submit your resume and cover letter via the PIMCO Careers portal.  

• REQUIRED: a 1–2-page write-up of an original and independent investment recommendation that can target either debt or equity securities, depending on your comfort level with these asset classes 

• Please note: This investment recommendation will be used in our interview selection process 

• Please include your name in the file title and in the header on each page of the write-up. To be able to upload your file, consider combining your write-up with your cover letter pdf file for submission 

Credit Research 

Credit Research analysts evaluate various industries and companies to make investment recommendations to PIMCO’s portfolio managers group.  They also provide analytical support for the firm’s portfolio managers by highlighting risks.  Credit analysts at PIMCO specialize in a number of industries and cover all levels of the debt capital structure - investment grade bonds, high yield (“junk”) bonds, bank debt and convertibles. Summer interns will work alongside our seasoned credit analysts, supporting them in their coverage responsibilities, while learning about the various industries and day-to-day responsibilities. 

Career Development, Training and Mentoring 

Every intern begins their summer with a formal week of training. The PIMCO Fundamentals training program will provide you with the skills, knowledge and relationships that will prepare you to succeed in your internship. Your informal training will continue throughout the summer at PIMCO – everyday, in a perpetual learning environment. In addition, you will be teamed with a seasoned professional who offers guidance and mentorship throughout the internship. 

Desired candidates should possess the following characteristics: 

• Skills conducting research and basic financial modeling.  Demonstrates natural intuition to make good judgments 

• Strong interest in the financial markets, macroeconomics and investment finance 

• Proactive in thinking about potential investment ideas. 

• Good communicator; strong written and oral presentation abilities.  Needs to be persuasive and credible 

• Ethical, collaborative, organized, flexible, high-energy, self-starter, accountable, humble 

• Strong academic credentials and achievement 

• Demonstrate curiosity and experience in using new emerging technologies and AI tools in your work or school projects to solve problems and drive better outcomes 

The PIMCO Internship Experience:  

• The PIMCO Internship is a 10-week program that runs from early June to mid-August, with the expectation that you will be available for the full duration of the program   

• During Week 1, you’ll participate in PIMCO Fundamentals Training, providing you with the skills, knowledge, and relationships that will prepare you for success 

• Alongside your colleagues, participate in PIMCO's Global Month of Volunteering, developed to heighten the impact of our employees' worldwide volunteer efforts 

• Join us for a variety of cross-divisional education, networking & social events! 

• Your supervisor, peer mentor, senior leaders and team offer guidance and mentorship throughout the summer 

• You will gain hands-on experience with AI-powered tools from day one, with training and resources that help build future ready skills and make an impact from the start 

• You’ll receive feedback at mid- and end-of-summer as part of a formal review process to keep you on the path to meeting your summer goals 

• Want to learn more? Hear about The PIMCO Internship Experience from past interns 

• As a PIMCO intern, you’ll receive competitive compensation, along with a transition bonus to help with relocation to one of our office locations 

What to expect during the interview process:   

• After we receive your application, we will conduct an initial review of your resume  

• If you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to complete a one-way video interview and assessment, giving you the opportunity to showcase your interests, skills, and personality as part of the next stage of the process.  

• Once you complete the assessment, you will have a final round of live interviews with us via video conference. These interviews typically include both behavioral and technical questions  

Applications for the internship program are reviewed in phases. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible to be considered in the initial review. Later applications received may still be considered; however, due to the high volume of interest, we cannot guarantee that all applications will be reviewed. 

PIMCO is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, cognitively diverse environment. 

For more information on PIMCO and Career Opportunities, please visit www.pimco.com/careers