PGIM: 2027 Private Credit, Summer Investment Analyst Program at 032 PGIM, Inc. — Newark, NJ

Job Classification:

Investment Management - Investments

PGIM: 2027 Private Credit, Summer Investment Analyst Program

Location(s):

Newark, NJ; New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Los Angeles; CA; San Francisco, CA; Minneapolis, MN

PGIM is the diversified asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU). With $1.4 trillion in assets under management, and 40 offices spanning 20 countries, PGIM is among the world’s leading asset managers. PGIM offers a distinct workplace culture that aligns with the firm’s ultimate objective: to provide premier service to our clients while fostering an inclusive workplace culture that is rooted in trust, respect, and equality. PGIM is consistently ranked a top employer for Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management.

PGIM’s Private Credit business provides long-term, patient capital to middle-market companies engaged in buyout transactions, refinancings, recapitalizations, growth investments and more. We serve as a resource to clients over the course of the partnership. This capital is provided through either private placements, senior secured loans, and mezzanine financings. Our private credit business specifically manages over $100 billion across 15 offices globally. Click here to learn more about PGIM's Private Credit business

Timeline:

Program Dates: Monday, June 7th – Friday, August 13th, 2027

We review applications on a rolling basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready. All fall applications will close on or by Friday, August 14th, 2026, at midnight ET. We reserve the right to close applications early due to volume or role(s) being filled.

To ensure you are considered for the opportunities you want most, you are only able to apply to 3 positions per recruitment season.

Please note, Superday interviews are scheduled throughout the month of September. Candidate reviews and interview invitations will be extended on a rolling basis as applications are assessed.

Your Day to Day

Our Private Credit Summer Analyst Program hosts interns across various teams including: Corporate Finance, Real Assets, Alternatives, Workouts/Restructuring, and Loan Sourcing/Syndication. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Conducting industry and company research
• Creating financial models
• Writing investment recommendations
• Conducting portfolio and credit monitoring
• Preparing marketing materials

Our summer internship program also offers the opportunity for:

• Challenging and interesting work – we are one of the largest investors in the private capital markets
• On-the-job experience alongside formal and structured training (training will teach foundational principles as well as more broad topics on how to better understand companies and industries)
• Being a part of a large, vibrant, and diverse global cohort of Analysts
• Direct, daily partnership with senior level investment professionals on small teams
• Collaborative and collegial team environment where contributions have a major impact
• Exposure to a range of industries including manufacturing, service, distribution, renewable power, and infrastructure
• Direct exposure to senior executives at portfolio and prospect companies
• A fast-paced learning environment and work-life balance

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s program or 5th year master’s program graduating between December 2027 and May 2028
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required
• All majors welcome but prefer candidates with demonstrated experience/interest in financial markets
• Excellent analytical and writing skills
• Prudential does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Successful candidates must possess the requisite US employment authorization to be eligible for consideration

Our Application Process

Submit your application

If eligible, receive invitation for a digital interview; this includes answering pre-recorded interview questions with the business(es) that advance your application(s)

If advanced, receive invitation for final round interview(s); you will have the opportunity to meet with us in person or virtually to learn more about our business and culture

For 2027 early talent roles, our process is designed to help you learn more about Prudential/PGIM and share your story with us. Digital interviewing allows greater flexibility, enables a quicker interview process, allows us to meet more candidates and share your story with more members of the team.

Note: The salary range for this role is $35.00 to $40.00 an hour. 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.