Finance Modeling Intern – Complex Securities

Wayne State University; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Stout is offering an Intern – Complex Securities position in New York, focusing on developing and applying valuation models for a range of financial instruments. You’ll perform data analyses, generate strategic insights for senior leaders and clients, and create concise reports that communicate complex findings clearly.

You will manage multiple projects, engage with colleagues and clients, and build professional relationships while leveraging tools like Bloomberg analytics and S&P CapIQ.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BA/BS/MS degree in Financial Engineering, Computational Finance, Mathematical Finance, Finance, Business Analytics, or related discipline (required).
• Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 required; 3.5 or higher preferred.
• Must be classified as Junior or higher.
• Demonstrated understanding of valuation methodologies used in financial markets preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with programming languages (Python, R, VBA).
• Relevant internship and/or extracurricular related experiences.
• Strong analytical, verbal, technical, and written skills with ability to interpret complex financial data and synthesize findings into clear and actionable insight.
• Superior Communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to present complex information and build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply complex valuation models to value a variety of financial instruments using option pricing theory, interest rate and credit models, Monte Carlo simulation, binomial trees, contingent claims analysis, and other financial engineering techniques;
• Perform independent analyses and interpret and analyze data sets to generate strategic insights and recommendations for senior leadership and clients;
• Create comprehensive reports and supporting analyses that synthesize complex financial analyses delivering clear, concise and impactful findings and recommendations to clients, demonstrating advanced analytical and communication skills;
• Independently manage multiple complex projects, exercising discretion in prioritizing tasks and effectively communicating technical insights and recommendations to colleagues and clients in engagements;
• Cultivate and sustain strategic professional relationships with colleagues and clients, proactively identifying client’s needs, tailoring solutions, and delivering precise, actionable request for information to drive successful outcomes; and
• Assume full ownership of complex projects, exercising independent judgment while collaborating strategically with colleagues.

Skills

Python

R

VBA

Excel

Analytics

Education

BA/BS/MS in Financial Engineering, Computational Finance, Mathematical Finance, Finance, Business Analytics, or related discipline

Tools

Bloomberg analytics

S&P CapIQ

Job description

Stout is offering an Intern – Complex Securities position in New York, focusing on developing and applying valuation models for a range of financial instruments. You’ll perform data analyses, generate strategic insights for senior leaders and clients, and create concise reports that communicate complex findings clearly.

You will manage multiple projects, engage with colleagues and clients, and build professional relationships while leveraging tools like Bloomberg analytics and S&P CapIQ.