Software Engineering Summer Intern

Moody's Investors Service; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody's Investors Service invites undergraduates and select graduates to join a 10-week summer internship in Edinburgh within the Asset Management (AM) Fund Finance software team. The role is hybrid, with ~2 days per week in the office, and runs from June to August 2027.

You will develop and enhance fund finance API solutions and gain hands-on experience through mentoring and real project work. We're seeking students pursuing a Computer Science degree or related field who can contribute to test

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with AI tools to streamline workflows.
• Experience implementing AI-powered solutions with focus on responsible AI use.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to build professional relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborative team player with proactive approach.
• Highly organized, efficient, and results-oriented.
• Attention to detail and delivering high-quality work.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance fund finance API solutions through software development, testing, and documentation.
• Assist in ongoing development of AM Fund Finance APIs.
• Support automated testing solutions to improve quality and reliability.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and materials.
• Contribute to internal and external presentations.
• Collaborate with team members to support delivery and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Software development principles

AI concepts

AI risk management awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Stakeholder relation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of software development principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency
• Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and positive approach
• Highly organized, efficient, and results-oriented
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Education

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field
• Ability to work during program dates: June 14 - August 20, 2027

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance fund finance API solutions through software development, test automation, documentation, and stakeholder engagement.

• Assist in the ongoing development of AM Fund Finance suite of APIs
• Support the design and delivery of automated testing solutions to improve application quality and reliability
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and supporting materials
• Contribute to the creation and delivery of internal and external presentations
• Collaborate with team members to support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives

About the Team

Asset Management (AM), a division of Moody’s, provides intuitive, user-friendly risk analytics and reporting for the pensions and investment market. Through our award-winning, customizable risk management solutions, our clients can identify, evaluate and manage risk while effectively capitalizing on investment opportunities. The AM Fund Finance product suite delivers a flexible framework that provides extensive coverage of a wide range of investments to provide transparency into a portfolio’s exposure, risk and performance. Based in Edinburgh, the AM Fund Finance team is looking for a talented, motivated individual to join the software development department. This will be a hybrid internship with approximately 2 days per week in the office. You must be in Edinburgh for the duration of the internship.

Moody's 10-week summer internship program is a premier opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a hands-on learning experience, guided by Moody's commitment to integrity, excellence, and insight. The program takes place each summer from June - August and positions are available for undergraduate and select graduate students. Internships are full-time, offering a comprehensive view of Moody's business and culture, and a chance to build professional and technical skills. Programmatic elements include networking, mentorship, leadership speaker series and volunteering events. Interns complete project work determined by their team that have real impact, fostering a sense of accomplishment and professional growth. Throughout the internship, participants receive mentorship from Moody's professionals, gaining insights into diverse career paths and cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the company. Networking events and workshops further enrich the experience, providing a platform for professional development and collaboration. As a Moody's intern, you will gain real-world experience, turn inputs into actions, and be integral part of the team.

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.