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Wilshire · 6 hours ago

Internship: Quantitative Research & Analytics (Summer 2026)

Santa Monica, CA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$25/hr - $30/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Wilshire is a company dedicated to improving financial outcomes for investors through customized portfolio solutions. They are seeking a highly motivated Quantitative Research & Analytics Intern to join their Risk Management team for Summer 2026, providing hands-on experience in research and development of risk analytics and investment systems.

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Responsibilities

Assist with the design, development, and testing of portfolio construction and risk analytics systems by supporting data analysis and model implementation

Support quantitative research on asset allocation, stock selection, and investment strategy evaluation, contributing to ongoing projects and initiatives

Aid in analyzing and processing large and complex data sets using statistical tools, Excel, Python, or other relevant technologies

Help in updating and maintaining systems and processes for monitoring risk data and generating risk management reports

Participate in routine and ad hoc reporting activities, including the compilation, review, and communication of results

Support the team in risk management processes across various alternative investment strategies

Contribute to project-based work on quantitative models and data infrastructure alongside experienced researchers

Assist with documentation and analysis required for internal and external presentations

Qualification

PythonQuantitative analysisData analysisExcelMotivatedVerbal communicationWritten communicationTeam collaborationDetail-oriented

Required

Working toward a Master of Financial Engineering or a related quantitative field (graduation between 12/2026 and 6/2027)

Prior coursework or experience in one or more programming languages (such as Python, R, SQL) and strong proficiency in Excel; VBA experience is a plus

Solid academic background with a demonstrated interest in finance, quantitative analysis, and investments

Desire to develop practical skills in risk management, portfolio analytics, quantitative research, and data science

Highly motivated, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate effectively on team-based projects

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Willingness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred

Experience working with data management, visualization, or research projects

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance

CFA and other professional membership reimbursement

And more

Company

Wilshire

Wilshire is a leading global financial services firm and trusted partner to a diverse range of approximately 500 leading institutional investors and financial intermediaries.

Founded in 1972