This is a Summer Internship - Challenger Life Investments role with Challenger based in NSW, AU Challenger Role Seniority - intern More about the Summer Internship - Challenger Life Investments role at Challenger Challenger Limited is an ASX-listed investment management firm managing $123.9 billion in assets (as at 30 June 2025). Life with us is fast moving and always exciting. Together we’re driving to deliver our vision to provide our customers with financial security for a better retirement. We achieve this goal by providing a work environment where people from diverse backgrounds, with a range of skills and experiences can contribute and succeed. Challenger Life – Investment Summer Internship Location: Sydney, Australia Duration: 8 weeks (Summer 2025) Challenger is focused on providing Australians with financial security for retirement. We do this by offering innovative investment strategies that deliver consistently strong performance, and by helping customers convert their savings into safe, reliable income streams. As Australia’s largest annuity provider, we pay regular income to thousands of retirees, protecting them from the risk of outliving their savings. We are now inviting applications for our 2025/2026 Summer Internship Program within the Challenger Life Investments Team. This 8-week paid program, commencing late November 2025, is designed for penultimate-year Undergraduate or Master’s students from diverse backgrounds who are looking to build a career in investment management. From day one, you will be involved in meaningful projects that set you up for success. About the opportunity The internship sits within Challenger Life, which manages more than $25 billion of assets across fixed income, alternatives, property, equities and infrastructure You will rotate through core investment areas gaining hands-on exposure to portfolio management, research and valuation across multiple asset classes. Projects may include market research, return analysis, and portfolio reporting, ranging from ad-hoc tasks to longer-term assignments. Alongside technical experience, you will benefit from structured training, mentoring, and a dedicated buddy, as well as opportunities to expand your professional network. Skills and experience Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or master’s degree (Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Engineering or similar), with strong academic results. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. A genuine interest in investment management, shown through coursework, extracurricular activities or prior internships. Application process Please apply via the Challenger Careers Portal by 10 October 2025 . LI-GW1 LI-Hybrid LI-Challenger Challenger's employee value proposition guides how we work: Grow and realise your potential, supporting each other, stronger together and making things happen. Our culture encourages curiosity, considered thinking and meaningful contribution, with opportunities to build a broad and rewarding career. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where people of all backgrounds, identities and ways of thinking can thrive, and promoting flexible working to support work-life balance. Challenger is proud to be a Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, a Family Friendly Workplace and recognised as a Bronze Employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), the national benchmark for LGBTQ workplace inclusion. Job type: Casual Posting Close Date : 10/10/2025 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Challenger team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Rotating through core investment areas Conducting market research and return analysis Participating in structured training and mentoring Key Strengths Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Genuine interest in investment management Why Challenger is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Challenger not with Hatch.
