Operations Summer Analyst

Morgan Stanley; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is offering a 10-week Operations Summer Analyst Program in Baltimore for aspiring financial professionals. The program includes broad exposure to various functions, intensive training, and leadership development opportunities. Interns will work closely with Operations teams to improve processes, present findings, and build client relationships.

Benefits

Potential benefits included in the compensation package

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree, graduating between December 2025 and June 2026.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations teams to evaluate and improve processes for efficiency.
• Present findings to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm offering investment banking, securities, investment management, and wealth management services. Their Operations Division is essential to the firm’s success, ensuring smooth and secure execution of business functions. The division collaborates with departments such as Sales & Trading, Finance, Legal, and Technology to support and settle daily transactions, implement controls, build client relationships, and develop new markets and business structures.

The 2025 Operations Summer Analyst Program (Baltimore):

This 10-week program, starting in June, provides aspiring financial professionals with valuable experience in Morgan Stanley’s Operations Division. The program features:

Broad Exposure:
– Explore different functions within Operations and the financial services industry.
– Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Firm’s culture.

Intensive Training:
– Participate in summer trainings, speaker series, networking events, and educational sessions.
– Engage in hands-on experiences and a group project.

Leadership Development:
– Interact with senior management within Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Operations teams to evaluate and improve processes for efficiency.
• Develop a thorough understanding of Operations and related departments.
• Present findings to senior management.
• Partner with business units and technology to deliver exceptional client service in trade capture, settlement, account opening, and fraud monitoring.
• Work with Technology to design and implement process improvements.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks while complying with regulations.
• Build strong client relationships to ensure high-quality operational services.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, graduating between December 2025 and June 2026
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, and discretion
• Effective time management and multitasking skills
• Problem-solving skills and process improvement mindset
• Positive, proactive attitude and strong work ethic
• Poise, confidence, and initiative
• Open to all majors

Application Process and Deadline:

• Apply online at http://www.morganstanley.com/careers
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Compensation:

• Expected base pay of $25.49/hour starting upon employment
• Potential benefits included in the compensation package

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Morgan Stanley is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce and providing equal opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.