PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income. With our launch in 1971 in Newport Beach, California, PIMCO introduced investors to a total return approach to fixed income investing. In the 50+ years since, we have worked relentlessly to help millions of investors pursue their objectives – regardless of shifting marketing conditions. As active investors, our goal is not just to find opportunities, but to create them. To this end, we remain firmly committed to the pursuit of our mission: delivering superior investment returns, solutions, and service to our clients.

Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking.  We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.

Please note this application is for Advanced Degree (MBA, Master's, and PhD) candidates. The PIMCO Future Leaders Scholarship application for Undergraduates has closed.

2023 PIMCO Future Leaders Scholarship (Advanced Degree)

About The Scholarship

The Future Leaders Scholarship (FLS) is committed to helping build the next generation of financial leaders at PIMCO and in the industry. Our scholarship is designed for Black and Hispanic/Latino/a/x students who have an interest in investment management to pursue their goals through continued education. Scholarships are awarded to candidates who have the potential to excel as leaders and exhibit PIMCO’s CORE values of collaboration, openness, responsibility, and excellence.

Award Amount

PIMCO will award $20,000 scholarships

PIMCO FLS Event in Newport Beach

As part of the scholarship, recipients will be invited to attend a celebratory event in Newport Beach in May 2023.

Eligibility Criteria

• Identify as Black or African-American and/or Hispanic/Latino/a/x
• MBA and Master's candidates who are applying and are awaiting acceptance or have received acceptance to an accredited U.S. college or university for a Fall 2023 start
• PhD candidates currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university

Process Timeline

• Advanced degree students may apply between January 16, 2023 and March 19, 2023
• Undergraduate applications have closed

Additional Scholarship Opportunity

Former scholarship recipients who complete PIMCO’s internship program and accept a full-time role at the firm are eligible for an additional $20,000 scholarship.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.

Applicants with Disabilities

PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.

Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.