Position Summary

Guggenheim Investments will be conducting the 14th annual Veterans Transition Assistance Program (VTAP) internship as an opportunity to provide transitioning veterans (Veteran Associates) with exposure to the financial services industry at a rapidly growing firm. The VTAP reflects Guggenheim Investments’ continued dedication to supporting service members and their families.

The aim of the VTAP internship is to provide a select group of Veteran Associates the opportunity to accelerate their career transition to enhance their skills, gain exposure to working in a corporate environment, and expand their networks.

The 2026 VTAP is a paid, 10-week internship where the Veteran Associate will experience Guggenheim Investments’ collaborative culture and work within one of the firm’s many business units, while simultaneously participating in the five components of the VTAP Program:
(1) Formal onboarding and classroom instruction
(2) On the job training
(3) Mentorship
(4) Networking events
(5) Volunteer opportunities

Responsibilities

The VTAP internship is currently open to transitioning military servicemembers or recently transitioned veterans from various military backgrounds who are currently enrolled in undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Available VTAP positions will be located in the following offices: New York, Chicago, Santa Monica, and St. Louis. We offer competitive compensation and training and development. We do not provide housing assistance.

We seek a variety of disciplines for the VTAP including investment management, business administration, technology services, sales/distributions (internal and external sales), operations, client services, and legal.

The 2026 VTAP internship takes place from June 1 to August 7, 2026.

Pay rates typically range from $25 - $30 dollars per hour.

The VTAP internship prioritizes the career transition for its service members or veterans.  VTAP interns are integrated within their assigned team and are provided with ample opportunity for meaningful exposure to the inner workings of the business and the overall experience of the Financial Services industry.

Qualifications

How to Apply:

If you have an interest in working within financial services and meet the qualifications above, please submit an application and resume indicating your area(s) of interest. Cover letter is optional.

Deadline to Apply to the VTAP Internship: March 31, 2026

The application review process begins in February 2026 and interviews will be conducted throughout the spring.

If you have any questions regarding the VTAP internship, please contact HRVeteransInitiative@GuggenheimInvestments.com