PGIM: 2027 Product and Institutional Client, Internship Program

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PGIM: 2027 Product and Institutional Client, Internship Program

Location:

Newark, NJ (Hybrid)

PGIM is the diversified asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU). With $1.4 trillion in assets under management, and 40 offices spanning 20 countries, PGIM is among the world’s leading asset managers. PGIM offers a distinct workplace culture that aligns with the firm’s ultimate objective: to provide premier service to our clients while fostering an inclusive workplace culture that is rooted in trust, respect, and equality. PGIM is consistently rated a top employer for Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management.  

PGIM's Product and Institutional Client teams play a critical role in connecting current and potential investors with PGIM's investment capabilities. Working across client relationships, business development, product strategy, analytics, and market intelligence, these teams help deliver investment solutions, strengthen client partnerships, and support the continued growth of PGIM's business. Through close collaboration with investment management, operations, compliance, and risk, Product and Institutional Client professionals help bring investment strategies to market, communicate their value, and deliver a high-quality experience for clients around the world.

Timeline:

Program Dates: Monday, June 7, 2027 – Friday, August 13, 2027

Application Deadline: Applications will be open from Monday, August 31, 2026 – Monday, September 28, 2026, at 11:59pm ET. We review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close earlier based on volume or role availability.

You may apply for up to three roles per recruitment season.

What You Can Expect:

As a PGIM Product and Institutional Client intern, you'll gain exposure to the teams, relationships, and business activities that help connect current and potential investors with one of the world's leading asset managers.

From supporting institutional clients and prospective investors to analyzing investment strategies and evaluating market opportunities, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who help drive business growth, strengthen client relationships, and support the successful delivery of PGIM's investment capabilities.

Depending on your placement, you'll contribute to projects and day-to-day activities that help teams analyze information, communicate investment insights, support client needs, evaluate business opportunities, and enhance the overall investor experience.

You may:

• Partner with teams across Investment Management, Operations, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Product to support business objectives

• Analyze information, research trends, and support business recommendations

• Support teams responsible for institutional client relationships and investor communications

• Assist with reporting, presentations, proposals, and business development materials

• Conduct research on investment products, competitors, and industry trends

• Support responses to investor, consultant, and client inquiries

• Participate in projects focused on business growth, process improvement, and strategic initiatives

• Present findings, recommendations, or project updates to stakeholders

Your placement within the program will provide exposure to one of the following areas:

Intern placements are determined based on business needs, candidate interests, and organizational priorities. Opportunities may be available across client relationship management, business development, product strategy, analytics, and related business functions that support PGIM's institutional business.

Business Development & Client Relationship | Building Strong Investor Partnerships

Help support the teams responsible for developing, managing, and strengthening relationships with institutional investors, consultants, prospects, and other key stakeholders. These teams help clients understand PGIM's capabilities, navigate investment opportunities, and achieve their long-term objectives.

Potential team placements include:

• Business Development (Sales)

• Investor Onboarding

• Client Management

• Consultant Relations

This is a strong fit for students who enjoy relationship-building, communication, networking, problem-solving, and working directly with clients and business partners.

Investor Communications & Business Intelligence | Transforming Information into Insight

Help support the creation, analysis, and delivery of information used by clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders. Teams in this area help communicate investment capabilities, support business development efforts, respond to investor due diligence requests, and provide valuable market and product insights.

Potential team placements include:

• Client Reporting

• Request for Proposal

• Product Analytics

This is a strong fit for students who enjoy analytical thinking, working with information and data, conducting research, and communicating insights to others.

Product Strategy & Solutions | Shaping the Future of Investment Products

Help support the development, positioning, and evolution of PGIM's investment products and solutions. Teams in this area evaluate market opportunities, analyze competitors, support pricing decisions, and help ensure investment products remain competitive and aligned with client needs.

Potential team placements include:

• Product Strategy

• Product Pricing

• Product Development/Implementation

This is a strong fit for students who enjoy strategic thinking, market analysis, problem-solving, and understanding how products are developed and brought to market.

What You’ll Need:

• Education | Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s program graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.

• Academic Achievement | Minimum 3.0 GPA required.

• Analytical Thinking | Ability to evaluate information, identify patterns, solve problems, and develop thoughtful recommendations through coursework, projects, internships, leadership experiences, or other hands-on opportunities.

• Communication & Collaboration | Ability to communicate ideas clearly, build relationships, work effectively with others, and contribute to a team environment.

• Financial Markets & Investment Curiosity | Interest in financial markets, institutional investing, asset management, investment products, or how investors evaluate opportunities and make decisions.

• Initiative & Learning Agility | Willingness to seek new challenges, learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and continuously develop new skills.

• Attention to Detail | Ability to manage multiple priorities, work accurately, and maintain a high standard of quality.

• Employment Authorization | Prudential does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Successful candidates must possess the requisite US employment authorization to be eligible for consideration.

It’d Be a Plus If You Have:

• Fields of Study | Open to all majors, with relevant fields including Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, Management, International Business, Data Analytics, Management Information Systems (MIS), Statistics, or other disciplines that support relationship management, business analysis, strategic decision-making, or financial services.

• Stakeholder & Client Mindset | Interest in understanding stakeholder needs and delivering thoughtful, high-quality support and communication.

• Research & Analytical Skills | Experience gathering, organizing, analyzing, or presenting information through coursework, projects, internships, leadership experiences, or extracurricular activities.

• Business & Commercial Curiosity | Interest in understanding client needs, market dynamics, business growth, product positioning, or competitive strategy.

• Inclusion Mindset | Ability to value diverse perspectives and contribute to collaborative environments.

Here’s What to Expect When You Apply:

Submit your application | Submit your resume for consideration.

Complete a first-round video interview | If selected, you’ll be invited to record responses to a few interview questions. This helps our teams get to know you better and allows you to share your story on your own time.

Join us for final round interviews | If you advance, you’ll be invited to meet with our team—either virtually or in person—to learn more about our business, culture, and role.

Note: The hourly rate for this role is $34.00. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits.

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