Ratings and Research Support Summer Intern - Financial Institutions Group

Moody; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody's Corporation in London seeks a summer intern for the Ratings & Research Support group. The internship focuses on analytical work, credit research, and data-driven projects within Moody's global risk assessment framework.

Candidates should be pursuing quantitative degrees, with coursework in finance, accounting or economics, and be available for the June 14–August 20, 2027 period. Prior Excel/PowerPoint proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, or a quantitative field.
• Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Ability to work full-time during the program dates: June 14 – August 20, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical teams on projects and day-to-day work.
• Participate in case studies to build analytical understanding.
• Work on analytical, research, data, and process-related projects.
• Collect data and identify trends to support credit conclusions.
• Prepare financial documents, charts, and presentations.
• Monitor media outlets for news related to projects or portfolios.
• Provide analytical and research support to rating teams.

Skills

Banking basics

Statistics background

Excel

PowerPoint

Programming basics

AI awareness

Independent work

Verbal and written communication

European language

Education

Quantitative degree preferred

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Statistics

Full-time during program dates (June 14–Aug 20, 2027)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Let's begin! Ratings and Research Support Summer Intern - Financial Institutions Group (14698)

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action-enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Applications for this position will be accepted from 29 October - 12 November. We encourage interested candidates to apply early to ensure full consideration.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of key concepts and key drivers of Banking and Insurance industries
• Strong accounting or statistics background (e.g., through coursework, CFA or equivalent)
• Excellent attention to details, strong analytical thinking and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with relevant programming languages is a plus
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can improve processes and drive efficiency; interest in responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
• Ability to work independently and handle workflow to adapt to a changing environment and prioritize tasks accordingly
• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Additional fluency in a European language, such as French, Italian, German or Spanish, is preferred

Education

• Students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree (preferred), in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or another quantitative field
• Graduation date of December 2027 - June 2028
• Ability to work full-time during the program dates: June 14 - August 20, 2027

Responsibilities

Support analytical teams on projects and day-to-day work. Examples may include:

• Participate in case studies designed to build analytical understanding
• Work on analytical, research, data, and process-related projects
• Collect data and identify trends to support well-thought-out credit conclusions
• Prepare financial documents, charts, and presentations
• Monitor media outlets for news related to special projects or portfolios
• Provide analytical and research support to the rating teams
• Contribute to the creation of high-quality research publications

About the Program

The Moody's Ratings and Research Support (RRS) internship program is a 10-week experience designed to help students develop skills that are valuable for a future career in financial services. This is an internally facing role reporting to a Team Manager.

This full-time internship offers a comprehensive view of Moody's business and culture, along with opportunities to build professional and technical skills. Program elements include networking, mentorship, leadership speaker series, and volunteer events. Interns complete meaningful project work determined by their team, contributing to real business priorities while building confidence and practical experience. Throughout the internship, participants receive mentorship from Moody's professionals, gain exposure to diverse career paths, and develop a broader understanding of the company. As a Moody's intern, you will gain real-world experience, turn inputs into action, and contribute as an integral part of the team.

Successful Summer Interns may be considered for an offer to join Moody's as a Ratings Associate after graduation.

Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.