About the role#
The Index Analyst Intern joins our team to support the research, creation, and development of market indices. You will work directly with our data and index teams to contribute to our core financial products.
What you'll do#
- Research index design and development.
- Monitor capital action activity across global equity markets.
- Compile index-related data.
- Prepare statistical reports for internal teams and clients.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Finance, Economics, or Mathematics program.
- Advanced Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Applied math skills, with a focus on financial statistics.
- Programming experience, specifically in Python and VBA.
- Experience working with and analyzing large datasets.
- Familiarity with data terminals like Bloomberg, Eikon, or FactSet.
- Strong written and spoken English.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- A proactive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to new tasks.
Location & details#
- Location: New York City, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Commitment: Full-time paid internship.
About Syntax Data
Syntax Data is a financial technology firm based in New York. It maintains a relational system called Affinity Data to codify business models. The company operates through three segments focused on product line revenue data, automated direct indexing, and proprietary index development. These services support financial products like ETFs and structured products.
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