Investments Intern– Fixed Income Investment Grade

About Our Company

Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.

We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a Columbia Threadneedle Investments global team of 2,300 people working together. Our capability is diverse with more than 550 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our enterprise businesses — Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities.

Job Description

Please note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. Due to anticipated interest, the role may close earlier than the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application promptly. The advertised closing date is October 3, 2026.

At Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, and RiverSource, we're committed to helping early-career talent grow through meaningful work and practical learning. Whether you're joining us as an Intern or Leadership Development Program participant, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues, contribute fresh perspectives, and gain exposure to the people, projects, and experiences that drive our business forward. Guided by our values of excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and our communities, participants will have opportunities to connect with Executive Leadership through our ELT Speaker Series, gaining insights from senior leaders across the business, while also making a positive impact through our annual volunteering day.  

Our program is guided by Columbia Threadneedle's values of being client focused, acting with integrity always, striving for excellence in all we do, and showing respect for individuals and our communities. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with senior leaders through our Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Speaker Series, gaining valuable business insights and career perspectives, while also giving back through our annual volunteering day, supporting the communities in which we live and work. 

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network, and explore what's possible across a global financial services organization. 

About the Role

The Columbia Threadneedle Investments Internship program is designed to provide you with first-hand investment management experience. You will support portfolio management and investment research, contributing directly to the investment process. You will work with an experienced team of portfolio managers and/or analysts who will provide mentorship and opportunities for shadowing.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist in preparing daily investment reports to support portfolio management team

• Work alongside team of portfolio managers, analysts and traders to improve efficiency of daily workflow

• Attend meetings with members across the organization to evaluate new opportunities for client portfolios

• Develop new tools and reports to aid in the idea generation, portfolio construction and monitoring processes

• Learning how investment ideas from research get expressed in client portfolios

• Develop an understanding of the Investment Grade Corporate bond market, and broader fixed income markets through market research, investment discussions, and interaction with portfolio managers and analysts.  

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field 

• Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028 

• Passionate about the investment management industry and dedication to being a part of a successful team  

Preferred Qualifications

• High degree of independence and self-motivation

• Attention to detail and propensity to check work thoroughly

• Ability to multi-task, problem solve independently, and think creatively

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

• Some knowledge of programming – R, Python, AI tools/coding agents

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office – particularly Excel

• Familiarity with Bloomberg

• Strong interest in financial markets, investing, and credit analysis 

Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN).

In-Office Collaboration

We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process. 

Base Pay Salary

Full-Time/Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Job Family Group

Line of Business  

Columbia Threadneedle is a people business, and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and performance-based culture where everyone can belong, grow, contribute and realise their potential.

Columbia Threadneedle is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.