Internship in Global Client Group - Data and Tools (Undergraduate & Master's)

Dimensional Fund Advisors

Hours: Full time
Where: Austin
Posted: Sep 2

Job Description:

Dimensional Fund Advisors is seeking undergrad or graduate level students actively pursuing a degree to join our 2027 summer internship program. This nine-week program will be fully in-person and expose interns to the day-to-day activities of an Analyst in Global Client Group’s Operations department.

The GCG Operations Intern (Data & Tools) will support several sales enablement and asset reporting initiatives that are critical to the firm’s strategic sales efforts. The internship will provide exposure to a variety of teams and their projects.

What you'd do

Effectively complete day-to-day responsibilities and tasks largely based on direction and support received from others
Collect and analyze data to support various sales goals and campaigns
Basic understanding of underlying systems used to generate standard reporting
Effectively communicate product activities, presenting in small forums and team meetings
Help maintain and improve process maps and documentation regarding sales data governance
Assist with developing business intelligence capabilities for enablement of US sales channels, which include RIAs, broker dealers, banks, institutions, retirement plans, and consultants
Identify areas to improve data automation and partner with colleagues to implement solutions
Proactively communicate needs, challenges, and capacity
Develop a robust understanding of Dimensional’s investment philosophy and process

What they want

Minimum GPA of 3.2; pursuing an undergraduate or specialized Master’s degree with an expected graduation date of December 2027 - June 2028
Coursework in information systems, computer science, or finance/accounting is preferred
Demonstrated interest in helping sales teams make process-driven, data-informed decisions
Documented analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to gather requirements amid ambiguity
Interpersonal communication, verbal, and written skills
Work equally well in a team environment and independently
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Team oriented – ability to apply analytical and decision-making skills in a collaborative environment
Strong knowledge of Excel and general computer skills with the ability to learn additional computer applications as needed

Starts: 2026-08-18