USID Internship
We foster a culture of entrepreneurialism, where all employees are empowered and encouraged to develop themselves and their ideas. Our culture centers on our shared IDEALS, the core characteristics of who we aspire to be as employees and an organization.
Loomis Sayles is committed to the continual improvement of our performance, processes and people. As part of this commitment, we are looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate candidate, eager to contribute to our continued success through the following employment opportunity:
About the Role
The Undergraduate Summer Internship Development Program (USID) at Loomis, Sayles & Company is a paid summer internship program offered to first-generation, undergraduate students. The USID Program offers direct experience in a professional setting by completing meaningful project-based work and industry-specific professional development. The 10-week program combines work experience, technical skill- building, and professional development. There is an emphasis on
gaining mastery of the 7 NACE competencies verbal and written communication, creative thinking, work ethic, collaboration, networking, decision-making, and problem-solving.
The internship is offered to those who are first in their family to attend college and/or those under-represented in the investment business. Our goal is to provide a significant learning experience for deeply curious, hard-working students who have not historically had exposure or access to the investment management industry.
Job Responsibilities
- Update and maintain regular reports used by members of the Investment Team
- Prepare presentation materials, manipulate data, and present findings for team investment discussions and decision making
- Assist with ad hoc requests for special projects and prospect/client related inquiries
- Attend team meetings and assist with follow-ups – providing reports and/or meeting minutes
- Assist team members with timely projects focused on market analysis, relative value in the market, or current economic analysis and trends
Qualifications & Education Requirements
- Strong academic credentials with an interest relevant coursework in business, finance or economics
- Interested in following the markets, with some basic understanding of investing
- Self-starter, capable of monitoring and meeting deadlines
- Ability to multi-task, but remain diligent and produce accurate work
- Dependable, teammate who understands the value of good communication skills
- A positive approach and flexible attitude
- Strong computer skills and comfort in Microsoft Suite, specifically creating graphs and charts using Excel and PowerPoint
EEOC and Diversity Statement
Loomis Sayles is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce in which talented individuals can realize their full potential and contribute to our growth and success. Please consider applying for this role even if your work history and skillset doesn’t completely match the job description. We believe creativity, tenacity and humility are as valuable as specific skills that can be practiced and perfected on the job.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Other details
- Job Family Human Resources
- Job Function Intern/Rotational
- Pay Type Hourly
- 1 Financial Center, Boston, MA 02111, USA