Intern - C2C Sales

In this internship program you will:

• Develop a broad understanding of our business and gain deep insights into the department where you are pursuing your project work within Vanguard's sales divisions. Whether it is Personal Investor, Financial Advisor Services, or Institutional Investor Group, your assignment will draw upon your experiences and interests to add exceptional value to the business.
• Learn and practice sales skills that show how relationship management, creative thinking, technology, analysis, and problem-solving drive success in a world-class corporation.
• Gain confidence in navigating the ambiguities of the industry as you identify problems, recommend solutions, and improve how the business functions.
• Receive personalized coaching and mentorship by meeting regularly with your program manager and internship manager, ensuring you have the support needed to excel.
• Cultivate new relationships in a fast-growing network of dedicated professionals who are ambitiously working to do what's right for the client.

Kickstart a Career that Counts:

This is your chance to kickstart a career that counts, developing your potential as a confident, capable, and engaging leader under the guidance of top industry sales leadership. The internship program is designed to give you the necessary skills and experience to excel in sales.

Upon successful completion of the internship, you will have the opportunity to apply for a full-time role aligned with one of Vanguard's sales divisions or one of our Vanguard Specialty Programs. These roles and rotational programs promote networking, growth and development, a unique perspective, and an emphasis on leadership and client impact.

What it Takes:

To be considered for this internship program, we value individuals from all majors who aspire to sales and sales leadership. We are looking for candidates who have the following qualities:

• Open to all majors, with a preference for candidates pursuing degrees in Business, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, or related fields, who are interested in a career in financial services.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, capable of inspiring and guiding others in both formal and informal contexts. Skilled in managing multiple priorities and driving results.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to forge and maintain robust professional relationships within a diverse network.
• The ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Quick learner with the ability to grasp new concepts swiftly, adapt seamlessly to evolving environments, and proactively take initiative in a fast-paced setting.
• A proactive approach to achieving goals and effectively managing multiple tasks.

Special Factors

• At this time Vanguard is only considering candidates that will not now, or in the future, need sponsorship or other immigration support to obtain US work authorization

• This program is a full-time, paid summer internship
• The start date for this program will be May 2026, aligning with our sales training week to ensure a seamless transition. We expect all interns to be able to start the last week of May.

• Acceptance into the program is contingent upon a successful drug-screening result and background check

• You will have the opportunity to give back to the community by donating your time and talent during a paid Volunteer Day with your intern cadre

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ

Job ID: Vanguard-168729

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2025-10-11T20:23:19