Summer 2025 - Quantitative Finance Intern

Burger King - Cary, NC

Full-time - Intern

Hybrid - Cary, NC

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About the position

The Risk Data and Analytics (RD&A) intern position at SAS involves supporting the team in researching and analyzing data related to defaults and trading opportunities. The intern will work with the proprietary KRIS® data service, assisting in various tasks that enhance data quality, automate processes, and develop management reporting. This role is ideal for students pursuing degrees in relevant fields who are eager to gain hands-on experience in data analytics and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching defaults in global firms.
• Test for advance warning provided by KRIS® in recent public defaults.
• Help identify data points that provide trading signals.
• Work on improving data quality and process automation.
• Assist in developing management reporting and dashboards.
• Participate in quantitative research activities.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or Statistics.
• Experience with statistical tools such as Python and SAS; MSFT Office.
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and initiative.

Nice-to-haves

• General knowledge of markets and investing.

Benefits

• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Exclusive networking opportunities.
• Participation in a Data 4 Good project.
• Diversity Speaker Series with guest speakers.
• Free SAS programming training and certification.
• Access to an on-site and remote Work/Life Center.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Social events and hackathons.