Job Description

Location(s):

  • 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, New York, New York, 10007, US

Line Of Business: CSS(CSS)

Entity: Moody's Investors Service(MIS)

Job Category:

  • Students & Early Careers

Experience Level: Early Career

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. 

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 

Skills and Competencies:

  • Experience in financial modelling - experience in credit risk, credit derivatives, corporate finance or structured finance a strong plus.
  • Proficient in one of the programing languages such as MatLab, R, Python, SQL, VBA or others
  • Working knowledge of MS Office tools
  • Excellent verbal, and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and handle workflow, to adapt to a changing environment, and prioritize tasks accordingly
  • Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail

Education:

  • Students studying towards a Master’s Degree or PhD, in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Engineering, Data Science or related fields
  • Graduation date of December 2025 - June 2027
  • Ability to work during program dates: June 2nd - August 8th 2025

Responsibilities:

  • Work on a research project identified by the team manager that involves data analysis and helps to identify trends to support credit views
  • Support projects to design, develop and maintain quantitative models and scorecards used in the ratings process for Structured Finance and Fundamental asset classes
  • Prepare documentations along the model/scorecards development process, make sure replicability of the model, adhere to model/scorecards verification and validation/approval requirements
  • Assist in quantitative projects to update and improve existing credit rating models and scorecards, or to provide data analysis to assist rating processes
  • Research econometric, statistical and mathematical techniques to evaluate performance of econometric models

About the Program:

Moody's 10-week summer internship program is a premier opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a hands-on learning experience, guided by Moody's commitment to integrity, excellence, and insight. The program takes place each summer from June - August and positions are available for undergraduate and select graduate students. Internships are full-time, offering a comprehensive view of Moody's business and culture, and a chance to build professional and technical skills. Programmatic elements include networking, mentorship, leadership speaker series and volunteering events. Interns complete project work determined by their team that have real impact, fostering a sense of accomplishment and professional growth. Throughout the internship, participants receive mentorship from Moody's professionals, gaining insights into diverse career paths and cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the company. Networking events and workshops further enrich the experience, providing a platform for professional development and collaboration. As a Moody's intern, you will gain real-world experience, turn inputs into actions, and be integral part of the team.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring hourly rate for this position is $35/hr.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement. Click here to view our Notice to New York City Applicants.
Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.

For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on ComplianceNet

Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.

Application Instructions

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