2027 Quantitative Analytics Summer Internship Capital Markets (PhD) – Early Careers

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking talent to join the 2027 Quantitative Analytics Summer Internship Program Capital Markets (PhD). Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. 

Program Overview | The Wells Fargo Quantitative Analytics Internship Program offers PhD candidates an opportunity to apply advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to complex business challenges at one of the world's leading financial institutions.  

This 10-week summer internship combines hands-on project experience, mentorship, technical training, and exposure to senior leaders. Through this 10-week internship you'll work alongside experienced quantitative professionals, helping develop and evaluate innovative solutions that support business strategy, risk management, and customer experience across Wells Fargo.  

You'll be expected to bring fresh perspectives, explore innovative approaches, and contribute to solutions that support Wells Fargo's strategic priorities. Along the way, you'll develop not only your technical capabilities but also the business acumen and leadership skills needed to succeed in a highly collaborative environment.  High performing interns may receive consideration for full-time roles after graduation. #earlycareers 
 

You could work on high-impact projects like:  

• Developing pricing models that are used by various Wells Fargo trading desks 

• Enhancing production models to mitigate any deterioration in model performance 

• Developing simulation models to forecast losses for trading portfolios 

• Developing benchmark models to assess potential limitations of production models 

• Providing analysis and reporting of metrics utilized to assess ongoing model performance 

• Applying statistical and quantitative techniques to validate model design, calibration, and implementation. 

What You’ll Experience: 

• Spend your Intern Induction Week at an offsite location  

• Structured and engaging onboarding experience   

• Speaker series with Wells Fargo senior leaders   

• Professional development opportunities   

• Networking and engaging with peers   

• On-the-job experiences contributing to strategic business goals   

Program dates: June – August 2027  

Program Duration: 10 weeks  

Program Location: Charlotte, NC   

Required Qualifications:

Desired Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Statistics or related quantitative field, with an expected graduation date after December 2027.  

• Excellent programming skills for data and statistical analysis such as Python, C++, SQL, and Java. 

• Experience and demonstrated knowledge in mathematical and numerical methods including Monte Carlo methods, differential equations, linear algebra, applied probability, and statistics.    

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to apply data analysis, modeling, visualization, statistics, research, and generative AI to generate insights, adapt quickly, and support innovative solutions. 

• Ability to execute with urgency, apply data and software engineering skills to design, develop, and deliver scalable solutions, and drive operational excellence with strong data management and an enterprise mindset. 

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to foster an inclusive environment and actively seek, apply, and respond to feedback in collaborative analytical settings. 

• Strong business acumen and understanding of capital markets, with a commitment to providing excellent service and supporting data-informed business outcomes. 

• Ability to act with integrity, support risk assessments, and apply risk controls to help manage risk in a disciplined, data-driven environment. 

Join us at Wells Fargo and become a part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of the financial industry. Apply now and embark on a journey towards personal and professional growth in quantitative analytics.   

Based on the volume of applications received, this job posting may be removed prior to the indicated close date. If you do not apply prior to the closing of this posting, we encourage you to apply for other opportunities with Wells Fargo. After submitting your application, please monitor your e-mail for future communications.