Graduate Program 2026 – Investment Management Group

Vanguard Australia | Melbourne | 24month rotational program

Start your career in global investing

At Vanguard, we don’t just manage money. We take a stand for all investors – and that includes investing in the next generation of investment professionals.

Join our 24-month rotational Graduate Program within the Investment Management Group (IMG) and build the foundation for a long-term career where your learning is enhanced, your contributions are meaningful and your values are aligned with your employer.

Why Vanguard?

More than 50 years ago, John C. Bogle set out to create a different kind of investment company – one that put investors first. With no external shareholders, profits are reinvested to deliver lower costs for our investors. That mission still defines us today.

Vanguard is now one of the world’s largest investment management firms, supporting more than 50 million investors globally. In Australia, we’ve been helping individual investors, financial advisors and superannuation members achieve long-term financial success for 30 years.

We are also proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, reflecting our commitment to fairness, inclusion and equal opportunity.

At Vanguard, we believe diverse, inclusive and high-performing teams deliver better outcomes for our investors and our communities. Our decisions are guided by a simple principle: Do the right thing – for our clients, our crew, and each other.

The Graduate Experience

Australia is one of Vanguard’s three global investment and trading hubs. As an IMG graduate, you’ll gain valuable exposure to the world’s financial markets and investment management experience from company with over 12 trillion dollars in assets under management.

Across your rotations, you may work with teams including:

• Equity Investment Group (EIG)

• Fixed Income Group (FIG)

• Investment Strategy Group (ISG)

• Investment Management & Financial Risk (IMFR)

• Portfolio Review Department (PRD)

You’ll work alongside portfolio managers, traders, analysts, economists and risk professionals across the Asia-Pacific region and globally, building technical and investment expertise as well as strong commercial and professional skills.

At the end of the program, you’ll be well placed to transition into a permanent role within Vanguard.

What you’ll gain

• A structured 24-month rotational program with meaningful responsibility

• Exposure to global investment markets and decision-making processes

• Coaching, feedback and support from experienced investment professionals

• A values driven culture that encourages curiosity, integrity and teamwork

• The opportunity to build a long-term career at a global investment leader

Who we’re looking for

• You’re a recent graduate, or about to graduate, with a relevant degree such as Finance, Economics, Engineering, Data Science or a related discipline. You’re curious, thoughtful, and motivated by learning and collaboration.

• You:

• Have a genuine interest in financial markets and investing

• Enjoy working with others and value diverse perspectives

• Act with integrity and professionalism

• Are aligned with Vanguard’s mission to put investors first

Eligibility & application requirements

To apply, you’ll need:

• Availability to commence the program in February 2027

• Availability to attend in-person interviews in June 2026

• A résumé and academic transcript (unofficial accepted if not yet graduated)

• WAM of 75 or above

• Full, ongoing Australian working rights

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.