2026 Finance Summer Analyst Program (Baltimore)

Austin Community College; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,969 - 41,260; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm seeks a Finance Summer Analyst in Baltimore for a 10-week program starting in June. Responsibilities include reporting and analysis for business units and developing a thorough understanding of finance. Applicants must be pursuing a relevant Bachelor's degree, maintain a GPA of 3.0, and demonstrate strong communication skills. The role offers competitive pay of $25.49/hour, and applications are due by January 23, 2026.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Graduating between December 2026 and May 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Become part of a high‑performing team delivering first class reporting and analysis.
• Provide reporting and analysis for Business Units and Senior Management.
• Continuously improve processes for increased control or efficiency.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or a related major

Job description

2026 Finance Summer Analyst Program (Baltimore)

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career a place for people to learn, achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Summer Analysts join for 10 weeks in June and are placed on a team within the Finance division. They will receive an intensive hands‑on introduction to Finance at Morgan Stanley and broad exposure to the various functions across Finance.

Training Program

The Summer Analyst Program begins with a one‑day firmwide orientation, followed by a markets overview and business‑unit specific training. The remainder of the training is on the job. Throughout the Summer, Analysts participate in senior management speaker seminars, a group project, community service, and social and networking events to build Summer Analysts' professional networks.

Role and Responsibilities

• Become part of a high‑performing team delivering first class reporting and analysis to our Business Units, Senior Management and Regulators.
• Work collaboratively to ensure the integrity of Morgan Stanley's books and records.
• Provide reporting and analysis for Business Units, Senior Management and Regulators.
• Continuously improve or enhance processes for increased control and/or efficiency.
• Develop an understanding of Finance terminology and divisional structure.
• Partner with other summer analysts on a group project, proposing a process improvement or a solution to a business challenge.

Qualifications and Skills

• You are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or a related major.
• You are graduating between December 2026 and May 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills.
• Team player who can work in a collaborative environment.
• Attention to detail, exercise sound judgment and can handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills to help balance multiple responsibilities and projects across competing priorities and deadlines.
• Problem solving skills and the ability to streamline processes in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently.
• Driven, highly motivated and results‑focused.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

Application Process and Deadline

In order to be considered, candidates must apply with their resume through the Morgan Stanley website and complete their HireVue digital questionnaire. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled or the application deadline, whichever comes first. Applications must be submitted by January 23, 2026 at 11:55 PM EST and HireVues completed by January 25, 2026 at 11:55 PM EST in order to be considered.

Expected base pay rate for the role will be $25.49 per hour at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).