Prudential Financial (NYSE:PRU) was founded on the belief that financial security should be within reach for everyone, and for over 150 years, we have helped our customers reach their potential and tackle life’s challenges for now and future generations to come. Details below.
Role Summary:
Be the future of Prudential. Every year, we seek talented soon–to-be college graduates like you to join our team. From day one, here’s what you can expect to experience
- Exceptional professional growth and career advancement, fully set up to succeed.
- New experiences and thrilling challenges, designed to maximize your potential.
- A supportive professional network as you connect and collaborate across divisions and regions.
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Timeline:
Application Deadline: Friday, September 28th, 2026 (We review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close earlier based on volume or role availability.)
You may apply for up to three roles per recruitment season.
What you can expect:
The CIO Analyst Program is a four year, entry-level role within the Chief Investment Office. Our program provides exposure to multiple pockets of a dynamic organization while creating the opportunity for success and recognition through substantial and long-term business impact.
Placements will vary across the business, some experiences within our CIO Analyst Program could include:
- Alternative Assets Team within Prudential Select Strategies (PSS) | Prudential Select Strategies LLC is a registered investment adviser that originates, underwrites, and manages a diversified portfolio of fund investments to maximize risk-adjusted return on required capital. The Alternative Assets Team within Prudential Select Strategies is organized into the following asset classes and teams: Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Real Assets, Manager of Managers, Operational Due Diligence, and Risk Management. This group originates, underwrites, and manages a diversified portfolio of fund investments to maximize risk-adjusted return on required capital.
- Global Hedge Management (GHM) | GHM provides comprehensive hedging solutions and efficient trade execution. The team utilizes its capital markets acumen and liability knowledge to implement and manage multiple hedge programs for the CIO and also facilitate cross-currency investment activity on behalf of the general account. GHM’s responsibilities include Trade Execution, Hedge Strategy Development, Marketing & Production Development, and Managerial Analytics.
- U.S. Portfolio Management (USPM) | The U.S. Portfolio Management (USPM) group is the portfolio manager responsible for managing Prudential’s U.S. investment portfolios. USPM develops asset-liability management-oriented portfolio strategies that include target levels of interest rate exposure and asset allocation among various public and private fixed income sectors and alternative assets. USPM implements these portfolio strategies by selecting, directing, and overseeing asset managers with scale and demonstrated expertise in the management of specific asset classes.
- International Portfolio Management (IPM) | IPM is the portfolio manager responsible for managing Prudential’s proprietary international investment portfolios. IPM develops asset-liability management-oriented portfolio strategies that include target levels of interest rate exposure and asset allocation among various public and private fixed income sectors and alternative assets. IPM implements these portfolio strategies by selecting, directing, and overseeing asset managers with scale and demonstrated expertise in the management of specific asset classes.
What you’ll need:
- Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s program graduating between December 2026 and May 2027
- Preferred majors include mathematics, engineering, economics, computer science, finance, actuarial sciences, or a similar quantitative subject area.
- Minimum 3.2 GPA recommended
- Prudential does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Successful candidates must possess the requisite US employment authorization to be eligible for consideration
It’d be a plus if you had:
- Strong written, and oral communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Excel , Tableau, Power BI, Python, and/or the use of Coding Agents
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Here’s what to expect when you apply:
1. Submit your application | Apply to up to three roles that best match your interests and skills.
2. Complete a first round video interview | If selected, you’ll be invited to record responses to a few interview questions. This helps our teams get to know you better and allows you to share your story on your own time.
3. Join us for final round interviews | If you advance, you’ll be invited to meet with our team—either virtually or in person—to learn more about our business, culture, and role.
Note: The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $85,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com.
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