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About us
Moody’s (NYSE: MCO) is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions. Our data, analytical solutions and insights help decision-makers identify opportunities and manage the risks of doing business with others. We believe that greater transparency, more informed decisions, and fair access to information open the door to shared progress. With over 11,000 employees in more than 40 countries, Moody’s combines international presence with local expertise and over a century of experience in financial markets. Learn more atmoodys.com.
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Moody’s Analytics provides financial intelligence and analytical tools supporting our clients’ growth, efficiency and risk management objectives. The combination of our unparalleled expertise in risk, expansive information resources, and innovative application of technology, helps today’s business leaders confidently navigate an evolving marketplace.
Department
The Predictive Analytics group transforms our data into state-of-the-art analytics to help clients make better decisions in the face of uncertainty. Our clients come from a wide range of industries such as banking, insurance, commercial real estate and many more. They use our economic research to evaluate credit-worthiness, to monitor risks and opportunities when weighing up major investment decisions as part of their corporate strategy. Our team is made up of intellectually curious economists, data scientists, and IT professionals who combine technical skills with a strong desire to understand clients’ needs.
Responsibilities
The Credit Default Modelling Solutions team in Predictive Analytics is looking for an intern for a 10 week assignment. The intern will work on incorporating climate change adjustment in credit risk models.
- Risk modelling, including the development, implementation, and validation of credit risk models using state of the art statistical and econometric techniques.
- Econometric modelling and coding.
- Documentation, including model specification, estimation, and validation.
- Internal and external presentations.
Qualifications
- Strong academic background – completed, pursuing, or planning to pursue Ph.D. or Master’s in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or Physics (or related subjects) is essential.
- Experience in quantitative modelling is required. Climate modelling is a plus.
- Strong programming skills in R.
- Team player.
- Highly organized and efficient.
- Well-developed IT skills including Email, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates for Moody’s Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.
