Leslie’s Picks: Events, Jobs, & Internships Week of 1/31

Every week, Leslie’s Picks brings you highlighted jobs, internships, and events that I want to draw extra attention to for students in the Financial Services, Consulting & Business Career Community. Check out this week’s spotlights below!

Events:

Tap into the Trading Floor with Sales & Trading and Research, Morgan Stanley Virtual Session

Tuesday, February 15th 5:30-6:30pm – Morgan Stanley’s Sales & Trading and Research Division will be hosting a virtual presentation for freshmen and sophomores interested in pursuing a summer internship in financial services. We invite you to join and hear from our business representatives to gain valuable career advice and insight to these types of roles.  At the end of the presentation there will be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about Morgan Stanley, Sales & Trading and Research, or the industry in general.

Jobs:

    • 2022 Investment Operations Associate, Prudential Financial Are you looking for a career that helps you apply your love of data, financial analysis, and investments to facilitate business strategy and work with diverse teams on challenging projects? Are you passionate about being a part of an exciting team that is focused on developing technical and professional skills while collaborating alongside leaders in the asset management community? If you are results driven, have a real passion for working with financial data, are deeply analytical and highly creative, then PGIM’s Investment Operations Associate role is for you! We review applications on a rolling basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready. All applications should be fully completed by March 3rd, 2022 at Midnight EST.
  • 2022 Consultant- Strategy & Innovation Advisory, CohnReznickAs a Consultant within our Strategy & Innovation Team, you will get hands-on experience working on current engagements in a client-facing role. We will look for you to actively participate in creating outputs, and confidently engage with our team to communicate new ideas on how to improve the way we work. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic to learn, has strong communication skills, is analytical, and is a self-starter. We are looking for team members who have a professional attitude, a high-degree of flexibility, a client-service orientation, and a genuine desire to see others succeed. Deadline March 1 

Internships:

  • Summer Internship Program, Morningstar  
    • The Program: We created the Morningstar Summer Internship Program for college students entering their final year as a first step towards successful, long-term careers in any professional field. Participants will contribute to different aspects of Morningstar’s business through ten-week- individual and group projects, learning about the financial services and securities industries and gaining critical business development skills. You will also receive hands-on mentoring from your colleagues and the Talent & Culture team to help you succeed at Morningstar.
    • The Role: The Morningstar Summer Internship Program is accepting applicants graduating in 2023. We are looking for students in all fields of study with a demonstrated interest in investing and the financial services industry. Successful applicants will be assigned meaningful work suitable for their background. The program advisors and mentors will meet with you regularly to identify and develop your summer goals. Summer interns have the opportunity to apply directly to the Morningstar Development Program after graduation. All positions are based in our Chicago office.  Deadline February 23.
  • 2022 Investment Banking Summer Analyst Program, Jefferies  –  Jefferies Investment Banking Summer Analysts have the unique opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. Our Summer Analysts are exposed to Jefferies’ full range of top-tier investment banking products and leading industry expertise by working closely with senior bankers on pitches and live deals. Our lean deal team structure will not only provide you with unparalleled hands-on experience, it will help you develop lasting personal and professional relationships with peers and senior bankers that will serve as the foundation for a successful career.  Deadline March 13.

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By Leslie Hoover
Leslie Hoover Career Coach - Financial Services, Consulting & Business