What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portfolio Management Co-Op (2026) position at Income Research Management?
Income Research Management
Income Research Management is a Boston-based, privately owned, fixed income asset management firm. IR M delivers strong performance and consistent results through a rigorous, bottom-up security selection process and strives to provide best-in-class client service to our 900 institutional and private wealth clients.
Founded in 1987 and located in the heart of Boston’s financial district, IR M employs 200 full time professionals and currently manages $100 Billion in assets. We offer industry-leading benefits, as well as a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace with high levels of employee engagement.
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Open Position: Portfolio Management, Co-Op (June-December 2026) |
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Portfolio Management Intern to join our team. This role will support Portfolio Managers and Analysts in portfolio construction by developing quantitative and automation tools to enhance investment processes. The ideal candidate is an undergraduate student with a background in math, physics, finance, or economics, and brings hands-on experience with MS Excel and Python.
Responsibilities:
· Assist in constructing and optimizing portfolios through quantitative analysis and tool development.
· Collaborate with the Portfolio Management team to automate processes and improve efficiency.
· Support data analysis and reporting for investment decision-making.
Required Skills and Experience:
· Current enrollment in an undergraduate program in math, physics, finance, or economics.
· Proficiency in MS Excel for data analysis and modeling.
· Experience with Python for quantitative tasks or automation.
· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
· This internship offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in portfolio management and contribute to real-world investment outcomes.
Educational Requirements:
· Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree
· Expected Graduation: December 2026 or May 2027
· Relevant internship experience preferred
· Seeking a second Co-Op opportunity beginning June 2026
