College to Corporate IT Intern - Application Development

Launch your career in technology with Vanguard's College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program. As an intern in this space, you'll gain hands-on experience building and delivering impactful technology solutions that support our mission to give investors the best chance for success in areas such as web, mobile, and/or application development. This immersive internship combines real-world project work, mentorship, and structured development to help you grow your technical and professional skillset while building leadership skills through ownership of work, collaboration, and real-world impact. You'll build high-impact solutions that allow Vanguard to perform at its best and do what's right for investors through exciting assignments.

In this internship, you will

• Design, build, and enhance applications that support Vanguard's internal systems and client-facing platforms

• Participate in the software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, debugging, and deployment

• Work with modern technologies and tools in an Agile/LEAN team environment

• Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and business partners to deliver impactful solutions

• Contribute ideas, solve problems, and drive outcomes both independently and as part of a team

• Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard

• Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development

What it takes

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (required)

• Strong interest in application development, including web, mobile, or backend systems

• Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript)

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher (preferred)

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, paid 10-week summer internship

• Vanguard does not offer visa sponsorship for this role

• Start date: May/June 2027

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.