Our State Street Markets Rising Junior Summer Internship Platform is an experiential learning initiative, designed to provide students with an opportunity to explore the dynamic culture and lively, academic atmosphere of our Sales, Trading and Research business lines. Internship assignments will be aligned with your interests and skill sets. Additionally, you will be provided with opportunities to undertake additional projects to broaden your understanding of the global financial markets and the clients we serve.

 

When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to State Street Markets. Our investment research and trading arm’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.

 

Program Overview

• The Markets Summer Intern experience will include a welcome orientation to provide our newest colleagues with a comprehensive view of our business lines. In addition, multiple training sessions and networking opportunities will be offered, where you will experience our commitment to State Street’s most valuable asset: our employees.
• Our Markets Interns will receive continuous training throughout the summer and will benefit from working alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects. Multiple opportunities will be on hand to exchange ideas and network with peers, mentors and senior leaders of the firm.
• As a summer intern, you will have the unwavering support of a mentor who can help you navigate the workplace and ensure you are best positioned for success.
• The program timing is structured as two 10-week internships over the course of two consecutive summers. Upon successful completion of the first summer internship, candidates will be offered placement into the Rising Senior Intern Platform the following year.

 

Responsibilities

As a summer intern in Markets, your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with sales and trading activities
• Assessing market trends
• Performing market and quantitative research analysis
• Handling day-to-day transaction needs

 

Qualifications

• Candidates are required to be pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• 3.4 minimum GPA preferred
• Mathematics, engineering, statistics, machine learning, data analytics, financial modeling or programming background a plus
• Strong quantitative and qualitative skills

 

 

Who we are looking for

In this role, you will liaise on a regular basis with the Markets’ Business teams. You will provide support for centrally managed activities on behalf of Markets, including data analytics, trend analysis, global macro research reporting, product development, as well as help drive the adoption of technology to improve productivity.

 

The candidate will be intellectually curious and have an enthusiasm for learning and developing; be self-motivated, adaptable and willing to take on new challenges; and should expect to develop, or further enhance, the following skills:

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and willingness to ask tough questions
• Sound judgment and business sense
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Keen interest in global financial markets
• High drive to succeed
• Superior work ethic
• Ability to learn quickly, multitask, prioritize and take on new responsibilities

 

Salary Range:

$41,600 - $65,000 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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