Summer 2027 Quantitative Intern (Remote)

SouthState Bank; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthState Bank is seeking a Quantitative Intern to join the Treasury Analytics team in a remote capacity. You will assist with model development, governance, and data analysis while leveraging Python or R for project work.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in a quantitative field and has interest in ALM and CECL processes. This internship offers exposure to analytics tools and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Arts or Science in Applied Mathematics, Economics, Finance/Accounting, Statistics, Data Science, or related field. Master’s degree candidates preferred.
• Experience: Finance and statistical modeling knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a working knowledge of the Treasury Analytics model inventory and Model Risk Management Lifecycle
• Develop a working knowledge of data preparation, model training, validation, testing, and monitoring
• Gain exposure to large databases using tools such as Snowflake, PowerBI, and Git
• Contribute to department projects using R and/or Python

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics/Economics/Finance/Statistics/Data Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Snowflake

PowerBI

Git

R

Python

Job description

The SouthState story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward. Since our beginnings in the 1930s to becoming a trusted financial partner across the South and beyond - we are known for combining personal relationships with forward-thinking solutions.

We are committed to helping our team members find their success while maintaining the integrity of our values: building trust, fostering lasting relationships and pursuing excellence. At SouthState, individual contributions are recognized, potential is cultivated and team members are inspired to achieve their greater purpose. Your future begins here!

The Quantitative Intern will work in collaboration with the Treasury Analytics Department, gaining exposure to Asset Liability Management (ALM) and Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) teams. The Quantitative Intern will provide support in various areas, such as model development, model governance, financial data analysis, and agentic AI integration.

Essential Functions

• Develop a working knowledge of the Treasury Analytics model inventory and Model Risk Management Lifecycle
• Develop a working knowledge of data preparation, model training, validation, testing, and monitoring
• Gain exposure to large databases using tools such as Snowflake, PowerBI, and Git
• Contribute to department projects using R and/or Python

Competencies

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret and transform data
• Capability to work within a team to collaborate on ideas, problem solving, and solutions
• Strong work ethic with desire to support the various Treasury Analytics modeling processes
• Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills
• Strong Computer skills including R or Python
• Commitment to meeting deadlines and achieving assigned goals

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Education : Bachelor of Arts or Science in Applied Mathematics, Economics, Finance/Accounting, Statistics, Data Science, or related field. Master’s degree candidates preferred.
• Experience : Finance and statistical modeling knowledge preferred.

Recommended Additional Training

• New Employee Orientation

Work Environment

This position is a remote work environment for 5 days a week (Monday-Friday), except for federal bank holidays: 40 hours a week.

In accordance with Colorado and Virginia law: Pay for this position is anticipated to be $22 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans.