Client Support Intern

Job Reference:
2026-5336
Location:
Seoul
Category:
Sales and Relationship Management
Solution:
Private Assets
Role Category:
Hybrid

Your Team Responsibilities

MSCI’s Korea Coverage team is looking for an Intern to support alternative investment data management and total portfolio analytics initiatives in Korea.

Your Key Responsibilities

Support MSCI’s institutional clients in implementing their Total Portfolio Approach:

  • Support data management tasks including input, reconciliation, correction, and validation of alternative investment data

  • Assist in validating NAV discrepancies between MSCI Private Capital Transparency Data and custodian datasets

  • Review financial and fundamental metrics and assist in validation methodology checks

  • Analyze differences between internal datasets and client-provided data (e.g., Alternative Risk team of a large Korean institutional investor) and support issue resolution

  • Assist with data integration and issue resolution within the TPA tool such as MSCI Private i, BarraOne, and multi-asset risk models

  • Support verification, maintenance, and review of security-level and classification data across private debt and direct real estate investments

  • Collect and review cashflow data sources and structures, including assessing potential data gaps and proxy usability

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

  • Basic understanding of financial markets and investment products (knowledge of alternative investments is a plus)
  • Strong attention to detail and data accuracy mindset
  • Proven experience with Excel or data handling tools (e.g., Python, SQL is a must)
  • Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Positive attitude with a proactive and self-driven approach
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and at a client site
  • University student (4th year or above), recent graduate, or graduate student in Finance, Engineering, or a related field
  • Fluency in Korean and English required

About MSCI

What we offer you

  • A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
  • A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
  • We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better 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 strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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“I'm a lifelong learner.

At MSCI I'm fortunate to have the company support me with continuous learning opportunities such as pursuing industry-leading certifications like CFA and FRM. I believe having the desire to learn automatically translates into professional growth and success.

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Benefits

Wherever you are with us, you will find benefits that can help ensure your health, wellbeing and financial security, so you can be at your best both in work and in your personal life. Our Here For You Employee Assistance Program provides financial and legal advice, confidential emotional support and free access to online information, resources and tools. 

MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, where applicable, your family. This includes:

  • Mandatory Social Securities Scheme
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Insurance Benefits (Life-, Long Term Disability-, Personal Accident- and Medical insurance)
  • Health Benefits (for you and your dependents)​​​​​

 

Development opportunities

At MSCI career paths are multi-directional, and we believe that new and challenging experiences drive both professional growth and business success.

Everyone here is responsible for leading their own development and we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way. Whether that means deepening your expertise, moving across teams, or stepping into leadership, you’ll have access to internal mobility, learning and skills development, stretch opportunities and mentoring. 

Discover more about how you can grow your career at MSCI

Seoul

17F, Tower 1 Gran Seoul
33 Jong-ro
Jongno-gu
Seoul, 03159
Korea

 

Recruitment process

  1. Apply online

    First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you. 

  2. Talk to our recruiter

    If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

  3. Interview with our team

    If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.

  4. Make your decision

    If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.

Client Support Intern

Job Reference:
2026-5336
Location:
Seoul
Category:
Sales and Relationship Management
Solution:
Private Assets
Job Level:
Intern
Job Type:
Full-Time
Role Category:
Hybrid
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