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We are seeking a candidate to be part of the Sales and Trading FX Market Making team for the duration of a summer internship. FX is a key area for the bank and the successful candidate will spend their time learning about the FX business with a hands-on approach as well as getting exposure to other affiliated FX Business areas. We are looking to bring in the next generation of talent to learn and contribute ideas to enhance their development and expand our remit and a growing business.
Why this role is important to us
State Streets FX business is a global team providing trading facilities for clients 24 hours a day 5 days a week, typically transacting billions of dollars of foreign exchange currency daily. We employ quantitative and algorithmic trading techniques to transact in the market as well as leveraging our research capability to take and manage risk. By interning with the Sales and Trading FX Market Making team you will get an understanding in how the business is run while helping the team perform their individual roles
What you will be responsible for
As a placement summer intern, you will:
- Work closely with members of the FX Market Making desk, quantitative analysts, developers, and other senior staff as mentors to gain an understanding of the FX Business and aid them in their daily tasks
- Perform analysis in order to learn how to price trades
- Understand the design and deployment of trading strategies
- Explore pricing and trading ideas through optimization of analysing client data and looking for patterns.
- Understand and perform pre and post trade analysis for client and trading strategies.
- Work with the Traders to acquire an in-depth knowledge of financial markets and risk management.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
- A desire and willingness to learn through this 10-weeks internship.
- Creative thinkers who are motivated by challenging problems.
- Applying good written and oral communication skills.
- Being part of a team.
- Displaying good analytical skills and having an eye for detail.
- Being willing to ask considered questions.
Education and preferred qualifications
Currently engaged in a Mathematics/Physics/Statistics/Engineering or similar degree.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence.
companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and
personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
