Summer Analyst

Morgan Stanley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fund administration business as a Summer Analyst and gain hands-on experience in diverse roles within a dynamic environment. This immersive 10-week program offers classroom training and rotations across key departments, including Investor Services and Product Development. Ideal for finance enthusiasts, you'll enhance your analytical and communication skills while collaborating with seasoned professionals. With opportunities for mentorship and networking, this program is designed to kickstart your finance career in a fast-paced, client-focused setting.

Benefits

Commission Earnings

Incentive Compensation

Discretionary Bonuses

Short and Long-Term Incentive Packages

Morgan Stanley Sponsored Benefits

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student graduating in December 2025 or Spring 2026.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on meaningful projects and engage in community service activities.
• Participate in a Senior Management Speaker Series and networking events.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Interest in Finance

Education

Undergraduate Student

Job description

About Morgan Stanley Fund Services (MSFS)

Morgan Stanley Fund Services (MSFS) is a leading fund administration business with over $500 billion in assets under administration. They employ 1,000+ professionals across offices in New York, London, Dublin, Glasgow, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Hong Kong. MSFS provides a wide range of services to a global institutional client base, including:

Their innovative product solutions primarily focus on:

MSFS employees work closely with the Chief Operating Officers, Chief Financial Officers, Portfolio Managers, and investors of their clients.

MSFS Summer Analyst Program

This 10-week program is designed to provide aspiring finance professionals with a comprehensive and immersive experience in fund administration. The program begins with a week of classroom training, followed by four rotations across various MSFS departments, including:

1. Investor Services: Manages investor capital activity such as subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and assignments, working closely with Investor Relations, CFOs, COOs, Compliance teams, and investors. Also handles cash movements and supports fund manager/investor relationships.
2. Middle Office: Handles trade processing, positions and cash reconciliations, corporate actions, collateral management, and cash flow monitoring, collaborating with COOs, Directors of Operations, and Treasury Managers.
3. Product Development: Prioritizes technology enhancements, identifying client needs and translating them into technology requirements for new and improved products across MSFS functions.
4. Anti-Money Laundering (AML): Assists clients in identifying and managing AML risks, working with General Counsel, Compliance, and Investor Relations, managing AML documentation, and serving as a contact point for fund managers and investors.

Summer Analyst Experience

Summer Analysts will be exposed to diverse roles, products, and services within MSFS. They will work alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. Opportunities include:

• Broadening and strengthening skillsets
• Collaborating on meaningful projects
• Participating in a Senior Management Speaker Series
• Attending teach-ins and networking events
• Engaging in community service activities
• Receiving performance reviews and mentorship

Qualifications / Skills / Requirements:

• Current undergraduate student with a graduation date of December 2025 or Spring 2026
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Collaborative, quick learner, adaptable, problem solver
• Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task
• Keen interest in finance and markets

Compensation

The expected base pay rate for the role is $43.27 per hour at the start of employment. Compensation may include additional elements such as:

• Commission earnings
• Incentive compensation
• Discretionary bonuses
• Short and long-term incentive packages
• Other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefits