Parametric - Equity Research Intern Internship 2025- Seattle

$69,680 - $69,680/Yr

Morgan Stanley - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Intern

Seattle, WA

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Research Intern position at Parametric, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, is designed for current students pursuing degrees in finance, economics, statistics, math, computer science, or related fields. The intern will provide analysis and quantitative modeling to support investment products and new product development, contributing to the firm's commitment to delivering custom solutions and investment stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Construct and manipulate large data sets to perform quantitative analysis.
• Conduct back-testing and data analysis.
• Assist with research into current market trends and environment.
• Develop and maintain investment algorithms.
• Assist other investment professionals in the development and maintenance of models that support investment strategies.
• Enhance the team's research culture by being inquisitive, asking thoughtful questions, challenging assumptions, providing feedback and peer review, and finding consensus through debate.

Requirements

• Current student with expected graduation date in either Dec. 2025 or 2026 progressing towards a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree with a concentration in finance, economics, statistics, math, computer science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Excel and understanding of basic data modeling coding language (Python preferred).
• Ability to work with large data sets.
• Ability to work on a team and to work autonomously on projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in investment and financial markets.