Woman in Asset Management Scholarship

• A unique opportunity to apply university learnings in a real-world, first-class asset management environment.

• Work alongside some of the most experienced and respected professionals in asset management.

• Build meaningful connections across Perpetual's global network of investment boutiques.

Perpetual Group is an ASX-listed company (ASX:PPT) headquartered in Sydney, Australia, currently consisting of 11 leading brands across three distinct businesses: Asset Management, Wealth Management and Corporate Trust.  

Perpetual Asset Management is a global multi-boutique asset management business offering an extensive range of specialist investment capabilities through seven boutiques and brands in key regions globally. Within Australia,

Perpetual and Pendal have a broad range of capabilities across Australian and global equities, credit, fixed income, multi-asset and ESG. We have a growing presence in the US, UK and Europe through our brands Barrow Hanley, Trillium, JO Hambro, Regnan, and TSW.    

Perpetual is proud to offer the Women in Asset Management Scholarship, designed to foster the next generation of female investment professionals.

Commencing in February 2026, this initiative reflects our commitment to diversity, education, and industry development.

Program overview:

We are looking for one talented woman to undertake a rewarding internship opportunity in Pendal's Income & Fixed Interest investment team.

The internship starts in the last week of February 2026 and concludes at the beginning of June 2026.

This hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to apply university learnings in a real-world, first-class asset management environment.

Scholarship offering:

• 3.5-month, one-day-per-week paid internship opportunity in Perpetual's equities investment team

• A $3000 prize to support your academic journey

• A dedicated mentor in the Perpetual investment team

• Opportunities to build professional networks across the industry

• Insight into career pathways in asset management

Please note: This scholarship does not guarantee a permanent role post-placement.

Eligibility criteria:

We're seeking women with a keen, genuine interest in developing a career in asset management. Criteria includes:

• Applicants in their second year of university study or later, in the following disciplines:

  • Commerce

  • Finance

  • Law

  • Science

  • Technology

  • Engineering

  • Marketing

  • Communications

  • Psychology

  • Arts

• The internship requires in-person attendance at our office in Sydney's CBD.

• Applicants must have the right to work and study in Australia during the internship period

• Applicants with strong communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build purposeful professional relationships.

Applications

To be considered for this scholarship opportunity, please submit the following documents as part of your application.

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae including WAM/GPA

• Academic transcript

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

How we work  

Our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients, the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve.

Diversity and inclusion

• Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy

• A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change

• We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive.