Undergrad Intern – FT Investment Solutions: Asset Allocation Research

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success. Undergraduate Summer Intern – Job Posting Department Title: Undergrad Intern – FT Investment Solutions: Asset Allocation Research Position Summary:  What is your Department or Team responsible for? Building out the MOSAIQ multi-asset investment platform. Develop and systematize all investment processes that relate to creating a multi-asset portfolio – Strategic asset allocation, Dynamic asset allocation and Manager Allocation. Describe the Team Culture: Dynamic collaborative team with quantitative and technical expertise, involved in all aspects of the investment process; data collection/wrangling, idea generation and methodology implementation. Strong ownership culture, allowing employees to carry out their ideas given the broader vision of the group. What can an Intern expect to learn by the end of their internship? Learn how a multi-asset portfolio is constructed Gain in-depth knowledge of a particular dataset(s) Learn data wrangling/data cleaning methods, create “smart” reports that help validate particular dataset(s). Improve python skills especially in financial applications.  Understanding of quantitative models used in our strategic asset allocation process. How would you sell this job to an Intern? Ability to learn from a wide range of investment professionals, gain insight to different functions within a multi-asset group. MosaiQ brings together researchers, traders, PM, cPMs to collaborate on investment processes that lead to creating a robust multi-asset portfolio. Gain understanding of models and investment processes. Key Responsibilities Can Include: What will this intern be responsible for? Please provide examples if specific job duties are not known at this time. A very specific end-to-end project, that will have impact in two of the most crucial steps : a) data validation  – creating “smart” reports that detail data quality b) model attribution -  detail model changes, which data component is driving the change. The intern will learn data cleaning techniques, utilize their python skills to create user-friendly reports/templates that will be used within Mosaiq and accessed by investment professionals. Examples include : what macro-economic factor is driving the change in YEN forecast for this quarter? Ideal Qualifications: What top qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful? Experience programming in languages such as Python, Matlab, and R. Experience working with databases, e.g., SQL. Some finance coursework or a demonstrated strong intererest in investing strongly preferred Please be sure to attach your resume when submitting your application. Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered. This is a full-time internship where students will work approximately 35 hours per week and earn competitive hourly pay of $37 USD per hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation.  At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.