About the role#
This 10-week summer internship is based within the Sustainable Investment Integration team at Aflac Global Investments. You will work on research and analyst projects across one or more sectors to support our investment and business decisions. The role involves using large data sets to inform strategy and gaining exposure to the broader investment platform, including fixed income, risk management, and international operations.
What you'll do#
- Research industry trends and best practices in sustainability.
- Support the analysis and reporting of company commitments such as PRI, CDP, and TCFD.
- Maintain large data sets and identify key trends to guide investment decisions.
- Collaborate with colleagues in legal, compliance, financial risk, and operational risk management.
- Integrate environmental and social analysis into the investment process.
- Communicate regularly with various internal teams to interpret data and assess potential risks.
- Deliver written and verbal presentations to stakeholders, including senior management.
- Participate in company and department-wide meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
- Degree focus in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Data Analytics, or a similar field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work well with others and manage professional relationships.
- A basic understanding of financial statements.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Eligibility to work permanently in the U.S.
Location & details#
- Location: New York City, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid. You will be expected to work from the office for at least 60% of the work week.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
About Aflac
Aflac provides insurance products to individuals and businesses. The company offers coverage for events such as accidents, disability, and cancer. It operates as a public company based in Columbus, Georgia. Founded in 1955, the firm now employs more than 10,000 people. It serves clients across the United States.
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