internship
Intern - Quantitative Research, Principal Asset Allocation (Undergrad or Graduate - Summer 2027)
Principal Financial Group
- Employer
- Principal Financial Group
- Location
- New York
- Working pattern
- on-site
- Salary
- $29–$40 / hour
About the role
Conduct quantitative research and analyze financial and macroeconomic data to support systematic multi-asset investment strategies. Develop and evaluate investment signals and portfolio models, perform backtesting and risk and performance analysis, improve research workflows, and present findings to investment teams. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree in a quantitative field, have Python proficiency, and demonstrate interest in quantitative investing and strong analytical skills. The role requires full-time, on-site availability in New York City or Des Moines during Summer 2027; experience with investment research, derivatives, financial data platforms, or backtesting is advantageous.