Investment Consulting Intern

What can you expect?

An Investment consulting internship with Mercer Investments gives you the opportunity to spend two months immersed in Investment consulting work across institutional clients such as insurance companies, endowments and foundations. You will be learning consulting tools and techniques, assisting with client work, and engaging in thought leadership projects with some of the best consultants in the industry.

The paid internship runs between 23 November 2026 and 22 January 2027, with the possibility for future opportunities as a Graduate Analyst, which provides a great starting point for a career as an investment consultant!

You will be a key team member:

The consulting business within Mercer Investments provides investment and actuarial advice and solutions to some of the world’s largest super funds, insurers, not-for-profits, family offices and other asset owners.  We design and implement strategic solutions that help our clients meet their long-term financial return and risk objectives and solve the real-world problems of their organisations and beneficiaries.  As one of the world’s largest investment consulting, actuarial, and investment management firms, our global team of 5,300 professionals, working across more than 90 client countries, provides our clients with in-depth knowledge few others can match.

What will you gain?

• Learning new tools and techniques to generate data driven insights.

• Supporting client teams on reporting and deliverables during the calendar year-end period.

• Engaging in a research project on a relevant topic with a team presentation of results.

What you need to have:

• An interest in investment consulting

• In your penultimate year of a relevant undergraduate degree, with a view to developing a career as a consultant.

• Strong analytical, numerical, and critical thinking skills.

• Self-motivated team player.

• Strong sense of ownership, paying attention to detail, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and ability to present confidently.

How to Apply:

Please apply using the link below. Applications MUST include:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Academic transcript

Applications close: 30th August 2026

Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencement of employment.

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