IT Internship/Co-op (AfroTech)

Technology Early Talent Positions: Internships, Co-ops, Leadership Programs & Entry-Level Engineering Opportunities

Are you passionate about technology and interested in building solutions that impact millions of investors? Vanguard is seeking students and early-career talent to join our technology talent pipeline and be considered for future opportunities across our Technology Leadership Program (TLP), IT College-to-Corporate (C2C) Internship Program, IT Co-op Program, and Application Engineer Technology Program (AETP). Apply today to be considered for current and future opportunities across Vanguard Technology.

Technology Leadership Program (TLP)

The Technology Leadership Program (TLP) is Vanguard's premier two-year rotational development program designed to build future technology leaders. Participants complete three high-visibility, eight-month rotations across Vanguard's technology organization while developing technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership capabilities. The program includes mentorship, leadership development, and opportunities to earn technical certifications. The start date for this program is August 2027.

Available Tracks

• Application Development
• Investment Systems
• Technology Operations
• Risk & Security Engineer
• Risk & Security Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Data Scientist & AI

What you'll learn

• Build technical depth through hands-on rotational experiences
• Develop leadership and business acumen
• Work on meaningful technology initiatives that support Vanguard clients and crew
• Collaborate with teams across Vanguard's technology organization
• Gain exposure to modern engineering, cloud, infrastructure, investment systems, and cybersecurity practices

What It Takes

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated leadership experience and/or leadership potential
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred

IT College-to-Corporate (C2C) Internship Program

The IT College-to-Corporate Internship Program is a paid 10-week summer internship designed to provide meaningful hands-on technology experience. Interns work on real business challenges, contribute to impactful projects, and gain exposure to Vanguard's technology organization while building the skills needed for future technology careers.

Internship Opportunities May Include

• Application Development
• Investment Systems
• Technology Operations
• Risk & Security
• Data Analytics
• Data Scientist & AI

What you'll do

• Work on meaningful technology initiatives alongside Vanguard engineers and technology professionals
• Gain exposure to Agile development and modern technology practices
• Build technical and professional skills in a collaborative environment
• Network with leaders and early-career talent across the organization

What It Takes

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in a related STEM discipline
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
• Desire to learn and contribute in a collaborative technology environment

IT Co-op Program

Vanguard's IT Co-op Program offers students the opportunity to gain extended hands-on experience while working alongside technology professionals on meaningful business initiatives. Co-op participants develop technical skills, professional capabilities, and an understanding of how technology supports Vanguard's mission. This is a 6 month opportunity that starts in January 2027 in our Charlotte and Dallas locations and a start date of March 2027 for our Malvern location.

Co-op Opportunities May Include

• Application Development
• Mobile Engineering
• Data Engineering

What you'll do

• Contribute to real-world technology projects
• Develop technical expertise through hands-on experience
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and technology leaders
• Build a foundation for future career opportunities within Vanguard Technology

What It Takes

• Current enrollment in a technology-related degree program
• Strong academic performance
• Technical curiosity and initiative
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment

Application Engineer Technology Program (AETP)

Vanguard Application Engineers work on modern cloud-based applications and platforms that support more than 50 million clients worldwide who trust us to safeguard their investments. Build your technical and strategic skills while working alongside technology professionals across the business.

As an Application engineer, you will

• Design and develop front-end and back-end technology solutions
• Support test-driven development practices
• Build and enhance continuous delivery pipelines
• Develop scalable applications using modern engineering practices
• Work with cloud technologies and modern development frameworks
• Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver impactful client and business solutions

The Application Engineer Technology Program develops new application engineers during their first year at Vanguard through intentional programming that cultivates community, accelerates technical upskilling, and supports career development.

What It Takes

• Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-3 years of relevant experience
• Interest in software engineering, cloud technologies, and application development
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills

At Vanguard, you'll join a mission-driven organization where technology powers exceptional client experiences. Whether through an internship, co-op, rotational leadership program, or entry-level engineering opportunity, you'll gain meaningful hands-on experience, work alongside talented technology professionals, and help shape the future of investing.

Locations may include Malvern, PA, Charlotte, NC, and select opportunities in Dallas, TX.

Special Factors

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for these positions.

Must be open to working the hybrid model

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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.