Summer 2027 Fixed Income Credit Research Intern - ONSITE Carmel, IN
CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) is a leading insurance and financial services company focused on securing the future of middle-income America. Through brands such as Bankers Life, Colonial Penn, and Washington National, CNO delivers life and health insurance, annuities, financial services, and workforce benefits to more than 3.3 million policyholders, supported by $38.3 billion in total assets. With a strong financial foundation, national presence, and a culture rooted in integrity, excellence, and people-first values, CNO offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth and impact.
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. The Company does not intend to sponsor work visas for this position or future full-time employment opportunities.
About the role
CNO Financial Group is hiring a 40|86 Investment Research 2027 Intern to work alongside experienced 40|86 Investment Research associates, assisting with day-to-day work within the department. This is a paid internship at competitive rates, with Memorial Day and 4th of July holidays as paid days off.
Responsibilities
- Assist with research and analysis of companies and industries to support the investment team's decision-making process.
- Help build, update, and maintain financial models under the guidance of senior analysts and portfolio managers.
- Monitor company news, earnings releases, and industry developments, and summarize key findings for the investment team.
- Collaborate with analysts, portfolio managers, and traders by gathering data, preparing reports, and supporting investment-related projects.
- Prepare presentations, market updates, and research summaries to help inform team discussions and investment reviews.
Requirements
- Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or related discipline.
- Status as a rising junior or rising senior, with approximate graduation dates of December 2027–June 2029.
- Availability to work 40 hrs/week for 10–12 weeks during the summer.
- Candidate location in Central or Eastern US time zone is preferred OR willingness to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours.
- Reside within a 60-mile radius of the Carmel, IN or Chicago, IL corporate office and be required to come into that office. Periodic travel to other corporate offices may be required.
- Work cannot be performed from outside of the United States.
Qualifications
- Prior internship experience.
- Balancing education and a part-time job during the school year.
- Participation with university clubs.
Schedule
The CNO 2027 internship program will run May 17 through August 06, 2027.
Benefits
- Networking opportunities.
- Leader Talks.
- Career Counseling.
- Development Opportunities.
- Insurance Product and Industry Presentation Series.
- An in-person event at one of our corporate offices during one week of the internship program.
- Final Presentations.
- Volunteering Event During The Summer.
- Paid time to engage in Business Resource Group events.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Onsite fitness centers.
- Active & Fit Direct national fitness center discount program.
- Marathon Health webinars.
- Free code for the Monumental Marathon entry.
Pay
The stated pay range is based on a national-average location. Actual salary is determined by factors including relevant work experience, skills, and location. This position is also eligible for CNO’s performance-based annual bonus program.