Equity Research Associate Program - Summer 2026

Fidelity

$90K — $175K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in investment research, investment banking, or related fields.
  • Proven success in work and academic pursuits.
  • Strong analytical and communication abilities with high integrity.
  • Creative thinker with an independent working style.
  • Comfortable engaging with senior management of companies.
  • Intellectually curious about companies and markets, especially equity investing.
  • Demonstrated initiative and motivation.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive equity research within assigned coverage universe.
  • Generate proprietary analysis on sectors, industries, and companies.
  • Meet with management, industry experts, and colleagues to gather insights.
  • Create detailed financial projections and valuation analyses.
  • Develop investment recommendations based on research findings.
  • Communicate insights and recommendations to Portfolio Managers.
  • Contribute to the overall performance of the Equity Research department.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support.
  • Market-leading retirement plan options.
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave.
  • Charitable giving employee match program.
  • Educational assistance including tuition reimbursement and loan repayment support.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

The Role

In this role, you will perform fundamental equity research on a specific coverage universe, providing investment ideas for the portfolios and contributing to the investment performance of the firm. You will generate proprietary fundamental analysis of the sector, the industry, the companies and the stocks you cover by meeting with top management of companies, industry experts, sell side analysts and experienced colleagues. Research Associates and Research Analysts create detailed financial projections for the companies and develop valuation analysis on the stocks to develop investment recommendations (versus sector, versus market) for their assigned stocks. You will communicate your recommendations and insights on your stocks directly to Portfolio Managers, and make valuable contributions to our Equity Research department and mutual funds.

We offer a comprehensive training program as well as ongoing instruction, both of which emphasize the skills needed for fundamental investing.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

We are seeking candidates who have the following characteristics:

  • 1-3 years of post-undergraduate experience in investment research (buy-side or sell-side), investment banking, private equity, equity capital markets, or another related field.
  • Demonstrated consistent success in your work and academic experience.
  • Exhibit strong analytical and communication skills, coupled with the highest level of personal and professional integrity.
  • Able to think creatively, work independently and be able to make decisions quickly, often with limited information.
  • Demonstrate the confidence and the maturity to engage with senior level management of companies.
  • Intellectually curious about companies and markets including ability to demonstrate previous interest/experience in equity investing.
  • Very high levels of initiative and motivation.

The Team

Fidelity Investments has long been a leader in managing equity portfolios, with roots dating back to the 1940s. Fidelity’s Equity division is responsible for managing diversified and industry-specific funds for millions of investors. The division consists of portfolio managers, research analysts, research associates, sector specialists, and traders who work together to deliver exceptional investment outcomes. Over the years, its capabilities have grown substantially, with investment strategies designed across style, capitalization, sector, and geography.

The Equity team relies on its proprietary research, disciplined portfolio management, and sophisticated trading process to evaluate, construct, and manage investment portfolios and deliver superior long-term results.

Visa Sponsorship

Fidelity Investments does not offer work visas for this role.

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $175,000 per year.  

Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.   


We offer a wide range of to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home.  These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.  Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.


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