Ratings and Research Support Intern

Southern Arkansas University; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Mentorship from industry professionals

Professional development workshops

Job summary

A leading financial services firm based in San Francisco is offering a Summer Internship that provides an opportunity to develop valuable skills in the financial sector. Interns will support analytical teams, participate in case studies, and work on various projects. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in a quantitative field and be available from June to August 2026. The successful Summer Intern may aspire to receive an offer as a Ratings Associate after graduation. Competitive hourly wage of $35 is provided.

Qualifications

• Students studying towards a Bachelor’s Degree or a Master’s Degree in a quantitative field.
• Must be available to work from June 1st to August 7th, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support Analytical teams as needed.
• Participate in case studies designed to further analytical understanding.
• Collect data and identify trends for well-thought-out credit conclusions.
• Prepare financial documents, charts, and presentations.
• Monitor media outlets for news regarding special projects.
• Provide support to the rating teams.
• Contribute to the creation of high-quality research publications.

Skills

Good accounting or statistics background

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Excellent verbal, and written communication

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Political Economy, International Relations, Statistics

Graduation date of December 2026 – June 2027

Job description

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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.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. 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.

Skills and Competencies

• Good accounting or statistics background (e.g., through coursework, projects…)
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal, and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle workflow, to adapt to a changing environment, and prioritize tasks accordingly
• Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail

Education

• Students matriculating through college, studying towards a Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent qualification, or a Master’s Degree, in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Political Economy, International Relations, Statistics, or another quantitative field
• Graduation date of December 2026 – June 2027
• Ability to work during program dates: June 1st - August 7th 2026

Responsibilities

• Supporting Analytical teams as needed.
• Examples of analytical work may include:
  • Participate in case studies designed to further analytical understanding
  • Work on various analytical, research, data, process related projects
  • Collect data and identify trends to support well-thought-out credit conclusions
  • Prepare financial documents, charts, and presentations
  • Responsible for monitoring media outlets for news regarding 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 program that provides an outstanding opportunity to develop skills that are valuable to any future career in the financial services industry. This will be an internally facing role, reporting to a Team Manager. The Summer Associate will be assigned to one of the following rating groups:

• Corporate Finance Group (CFG)
• Financial Institutions Group (FIG)
• Public Finance Group (PFG)
• Project and Infrastructure (PIF)
• Structured Finance Group (SFG)

Internships are full-time, offering a comprehensive view of Moodys 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.

The successful Summer Intern can aspire to receive an offer to join Moody's as an Ratings Associate after they graduate.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring hourly wage for this position is $35/hr.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement. Click here to view our Notice to New York City Applicants. 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. For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on ComplianceNet. Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.