At PIMCO we seek candidates who begin the recruiting process with a broad understanding of Institutional Asset Management and familiarity with PIMCO and its culture.

In the first round of interviews, we’ll want to know why you want to work in investment management, and specifically, why you want to work for PIMCO. We also may ask how a career with our firm fits into your longer-term plans.

PIMCO is a highly competitive company. We want candidates who want to work here and can demonstrate that they will make a difference.

Any of our employees will agree that there is no such thing as a "typical" day at PIMCO; Employees often receive several projects at once. We look for candidates with a proven ability to multi-task. Successful candidates will also have a solid foundation in computer software and a willingness to learn to use new technology.

When deciding whether PIMCO is the right place for you, consider the following questions:

• Do you have an interest in understanding the economy and factors that affect it?
• Do you like working with financial information/data?
• Do you thrive in an environment filled with very talented individuals?

If your answers are yes, then PIMCO may be the right place to begin your career.