Internship: Investment Solutions (Summer 2026) at Wilshire Advisors LLC

Santa Monica, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Detail-Oriented, Organized, Proactive, Independent Work, Collaborative Work

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company DescriptionAs part of the Wilshire family, you can rest assured that every day you are contributing to an organization that is helping investors improve their financial outcomes. For more than 50 years, Wilshire has been dedicated to providing customized portfolio solutions grounded in research and powered by next generation technologies.Wilshire advises on over $1 trillion in assets for some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional investors and is headquartered in the United States with offices worldwide.Job DescriptionWilshire is seeking incoming interns to join our Manager Research team for Summer 2026. As part of the investment team, you will deepen your knowledge of markets, managers, and investment processes, contributing directly to research and analysis that drives client outcomes. The application deadline is January 23, 2026. What You’ll Do: Participate as a contributing member of the manager research team in the evaluation and selection of third-party managers, specializing in either traditional or alternative asset classes. Aid in maintaining research databases and ensuring data accuracy. Assist with the drafting of investment memos for fund investments, co-investments, and secondary transactions. Support senior analysts and portfolio managers in analyzing investment opportunities and trends. Prepare summary presentations and research materials for internal and external use. QualificationsWorking toward a bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business, or a related field (graduation between 12/2026 and 6/2027). Previous internship or academic research experience in finance, investment banking, or consulting a plus. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills (quantitative and qualitative). High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Proactive and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Additional InformationThis position will work on a hybrid model out of our Santa Monica, Pittsburgh, Chicago, or Broomfield officeWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more.The pay range for this position is $25/hour. However, base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering various factors, including location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment.Visit www.wilshire.com for additional company information. Wilshire is an SEC registered investment adviser and required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. As such, you may be required to disclose your prior political contributions. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition (as defined by California Government Code section 12926), or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment. In addition, Wilshire adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. We are completely committed to these principles not only because of the various laws which address these subjects, but because it is the right thing to do for our employees and clients to thrive.If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 310-584-6011.#LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Interns will participate as contributing members of the manager research team, evaluating and selecting third-party managers. They will also assist in maintaining research databases and drafting investment memos.