2026 Fixed Income Portfolio Construction Summer Internship
Brown Brothers HarrimanAbout the role
At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career.
We’re looking for sharp minds and bold thinkers to join our internship program - your pathway to real-world finance, global markets, and the kind of professional development that sets you apart. We value our internship programs as they help us identify our future hires and leaders.
What You’ll Experience in BBH’s Internship Program:
- Overview: Experience a dynamic 10-week internship where you will be fully immersed in BBH’s culture and business needs
- Hands-On Learning: Work alongside experienced professionals on real projects that support business objectives
- Mentorship That Matters: Work side-by-side with industry leaders and BBH owners (Partners and Principals) who are invested in your growth
- Professional Development: Sharpen your skills through workshops, speaker series, and networking events designed to accelerate your career. Receive continuous and personalized feedback throughout the program – empowering you to grow, refine your skills, and help you navigate your path to success
- Collaborative Environment: Join a tight-knit team where your ideas are heard, your contributions matter and your potential is unleashed
- On-Site Presence: Immerse yourself in our company culture and accelerate your professional development with your daily in-office presence
- Community: Make a positive impact by volunteering in our philanthropic program – BBHcares while connecting with fellow BBHers
An internship in the Fixed Income Portfolio Construction Group offers early insight into a career in fixed income asset management. In this role you will support a group of traders and portfolio managers in the structure, positioning, and oversight of portfolios. You will gain direct exposure to fixed income markets across multiple sectors.
What can you expect from an Internship with BBH’s Fixed Income Portfolio Construction Group?
- Work with traders to develop useful tools for portfolio management and reporting
- Assist traders and portfolio managers to optimize portfolios based on BBH’s valuation framework
- Monitor market conditions in corporate, ABS, and CMBS sectors
- Use qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify potential allocations across our managed accounts
What BBH’s Fixed Income Portfolio Construction Group looks for in an Intern:
- Current junior in college, entering senior year in Fall of 2026 with a background in and passion for finance, business, or investing
- Strong academic achievement as evidenced through a GPA of 3.7 or higher
- Exceptional quantitative analytic capabilities
- Demonstrated leadership skills through academic and extracurricular activities
- Effective communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong understanding of asset management industry and security markets (equities and fixed income)
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically
- Sound judgment and demonstrated ability to identify, escalate and resolve a problem
- Ability to prioritize competing demands
- Demonstrated passion for teamwork and success
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a broader team
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, i.e. customizing charts and graphs, conducting multi-sheet analysis, linking data across workbooks, and using advanced formulas
- Excellent programming skills in R, Python (Jupyter Notebooks), and SQL.
Ready to Apply?
Applications for BBH’s 2026 Summer Internship Program close October 3rd, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to work alongside industry leaders, gain hands-on experience, and immerse yourself in a culture of excellence. Apply early to secure your spot and start building your future with BBH.
Salary Range
$25/hr + sign on
BBH’s compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term saving
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