ESG & Climate Research Intern

Position overview

Our internship provides exposure and training across the MSCI business with an emphasis on your development. You will be constantly learning and well connected to our senior leaders. This is the ideal introduction to a career at MSCI - you will have opportunities to explore all our career paths and will have responsibility from day one. This is your opportunity to shine!

Your internship begins with an MSCI Orientation which gives you a perfect foundation for the weeks ahead as you learn about our culture, values, and business model. Your learning continues ‘on-the-desk’ as you work through live projects and gain first-hand experience of how all teams at MSCI play a role in creating solutions for our clients. You will have a network of talented and approachable colleagues who will support you through every stage of the program

Your key responsibilities

The ESG & Climate Solution Research team is looking for a summer intern who is passionate about environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and climate change. The intern will work on various development projects that aim to provide innovative and data-driven solutions for investors, corporations, and policymakers. The intern will have the opportunity to learn from experienced researchers and analysts, as well as to contribute to the team's deliverables and publications.

· Conduct research and analysis on ESG and climate-related topics, such as carbon attribution.

· Support the development and testing of new ESG and climate models, indicators, or frameworks.

· Assist with the preparation and presentation of reports, briefings, and webinars for internal and external stakeholders.

· Collaborate with other teams and departments, such as data science, product development, and marketing.

Specific knowledge and skills

· We look for more than just excellent academic achievements.

· We want original, creative, passionate people with a desire for success and an adaptable mindset.

· You should be keen to learn and open to explore all the long-term career options available at MSCI.

· We also look for individuals with a demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced team.

· Able to synthesize complex information and present it in a clear and concise manner.

Desired experience

· Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel and Python.

· Demonstrated interest and knowledge of ESG and climate issues, trends, and best practices.

Desired qualifications

· Enrolled in a master's program in a relevant field, such as environmental studies, economics, finance, or statistics.

About MSCI

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

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