Investments Intern - Bank Loans
Ameriprise Financial
- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Employment
- Internship
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Intern
- H-1B history
- 42 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
About this role
About Our Company Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses. We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a Columbia Threadneedle Investments global team of 2,300 people working together. Our capability is diverse with more than 550 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our enterprise businesses — Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities.
Job Description
Please note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. Due to anticipated interest, the role may close earlier than the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application promptly. The advertised closing date is October 3, 2026. At Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, and RiverSource, we're committed to helping early-career talent grow through meaningful work and practical learning. Whether you're joining us as an Intern or Leadership Development Program participant, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues, contribute fresh perspectives, and gain exposure to the people, projects, and experiences that drive our business forward. Guided by our values of excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and our communities, participants will have opportunities to connect with Executive Leadership through our ELT Speaker Series, gaining insights from senior leaders across the business, while also making a positive impact through our annual volunteering day. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network, and explore what's possible across a global financial services organization.
About the Role
The Columbia Threadneedle Investments Internship program is designed to provide you with first-hand investment management experience. You will support portfolio management and investment research, contributing directly to the investment process. You will work with an experienced team of portfolio managers and/or analysts who will provide mentorship and opportunities for shadowing.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain three-statement financial models and earnings forecasts for leveraged issuers. Conduct fundamental credit analysis, including assessment of business risk, industry dynamics, financial performance, capital structure, and covenant protections. Develop relative value frameworks to compare investment opportunities across issuers, industries, and capital structures. Prepare credit recommendation memoranda incorporating financial, credit, and relative value analyses for use in evaluating primary and secondary loan market opportunities. Support portfolio monitoring through earnings reviews, company updates, and ongoing credit surveillance. Develop an understanding of the bank loan, CLO, and broader fixed income markets through market research, investment discussions, and interaction with portfolio managers and analysts.
Required Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance , Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Expected graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028. P assionate about the investment management industry and contributing to a successful team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
High degree of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics. Att ention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Ex cellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. A bility to multitask, solve problems independently, and think critically P roven