Buy Side Analytics Intern - Americas (Summer 2024)

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 170,000 investment professionals around the world, providing instant anytime, anywhere access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make key investment decisions.

As a globally inclusive community unified by the FactSet spirit of going above and beyond for each other, we enable our people to bring their whole selves to work and to join in, be heard, contribute, and grow.

FactSet's Analytics tools continue to be a driving force in how we compete in the FinTech industry. The Analytics Product Specialist team is a group of subject matter experts, combining product and industry knowledge to help ensure customer success.

Your Impact

The Buy Side Analytics Internship Program introduces interns to FactSet's solutions, clients, industry, and various teams within our client-facing and product organizations. Our Interns gain insight into our analytics users and clients, assist in resolving clients' analytics requests, and obtain exposure to high-value, project-based engagements. The program will include opportunities to share new ideas and foster creative thinking to add value and have a lasting impact on the greater team. If you seek a challenging opportunity with long-term career potential at a growing company with a strong corporate culture, the Buy Side Analytics Internship Program will be a perfect match for you.

What You'll Do:

Throughout the program, Buy Side Analytics Interns will:

• Take part in an intensive training program that combines classroom sessions with hands-on assignments
• Learn about our versatile client base by engaging in a series of learning activities and completing mock client presentations
• Be paired with a member of the Analytics Product Specialist team, who will act as your mentor and help you build valuable connections and relationships and learn about FactSet's suite of solutions
• Learn about different teams and shadow Institutional Buy Side professionals to experience project-based engagements such as implementations, solutions optimizations, and other projects designed to create a better user experience for FactSet's clients
• Engage in an independent project and present your findings to the senior management team at the end of your internship
• Meet members of the executive and senior management teams by attending the speaker series

What We're Looking For:

Buy Side Analytics Interns have an interest in Finance and/or FinTech, working in a client-focused environment, and a desire to collaborate across teams. We are excited by someone who is enthusiastic, curious and takes pride in the work they do. Above all, we look for candidates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, who are excited to join a world-class client service team of subject matter experts.

• Desire to be client-facing in a support role
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to build relationships and work on teams
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with Excel skills
• Sophomores in good academic standing
• For U.S. locations, must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

What's In It for You:

• The opportunity to join a growing firm with a proven track record of success for over 40 years, made up of thoughtful, creative minds that value collaboration and welcome your new ideas to the table
• Intensive training program that combines classroom sessions with hands-on assignments and equips you with necessary knowledge and skills to be successful in the program
• Ability to demonstrate individual achievement and develop versatile skillsets through project-based work
• A social community dedicated to volunteerism, intramural sports, and team-building events
• Business resource groups designed to cultivate an inclusive environment for all

Learn more about our benefits here

The budgeted amount for this position in the States of New York of Connecticut is $23 an hour.

Company Overview:

FactSet Research Systems Inc. is a global provider of integrated financial information, analytical applications and industry-leading services for the investment and corporate communities. As a publicly traded company (NYSE:FDS | NASDAQ:FDS) recently added to the S&P 500 index, FactSet delivers superior content, analytics, and flexible technology to help more than 170,000 users see and seize opportunity sooner. For over 40 years, the company has served financial professionals, which include portfolio managers, investment research professionals, investment bankers, risk and performance analysts, wealth advisors and corporate clients. FactSet gives our clients the edge to outperform with informed insights, workflow solutions across the portfolio lifecycle, and industry-leading support from dedicated specialists.

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify

FactSet is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity