About the role#
This internship supports the Core Services Engineering team. You will work with software engineers, data analysts, and product partners to improve reference data platforms used in investment, trading, and risk management. You will gain hands-on experience with cloud-native applications, financial data, and AI-driven solutions while working on projects that support real business objectives.
What you'll do#
- Support the development, testing, and enhancement of Core Services applications, APIs, and data services.
- Analyze and validate security reference data across equities, fixed income, funds, and derivatives.
- Investigate data quality and operational issues through root cause identification.
- Contribute to automation, monitoring, and observability solutions.
- Improve platform stability by applying standards, patterns, and best practices.
- Partner with engineering, product, and business teams on cross-functional initiatives.
- Create technical documentation, process guides, and knowledge-sharing materials.
- Participate in Agile development practices.
- Complete a capstone project to present to business leaders.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising junior actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related field.
- You have a strong interest in financial markets, financial technology, data platforms, and AI-powered solutions.
- You possess foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, SQL, or JavaScript.
- You have an analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- You are a self-starter with intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn.
- You have excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Exposure to cloud technologies like AWS, APIs, databases, or machine learning is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 1, 2027 to August 10, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid at 31.25 per hour.
About Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley provides investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services. The firm operates in 42 countries and serves corporations, governments, institutions, families, and individuals. It maintains a global presence with over 100,000 employees. The company focuses on helping clients raise, manage, and allocate capital.
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