Design, Conservation and Sustainability Officer

As an intern you will work on a specific, meaningful project, supporting the MSCI Sustainability Institute. The experience could involve helping with conducting research, analytical tasks involving programing, and supporting the pro-active management of stakeholder relationships. You will gain hands-on experience working with sustainable finance datasets used by institutional investors to examine trends and generate insights. A key aspect of the role is collaborating with senior researchers at MSCI and external organizations to contribute to research papers. The ideal candidate should be comfortable conducting in-depth research, synthesizing findings, and co-authoring publications that advance thought leadership.,

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women's Leadership Forum.
  
  Currently enrolled in a graduate program in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Economics, Finance, Sustainability).
• MBA candidates preferred but not required.
• Strong interest in financial markets and sustainability, with a preference for candidates who have an understanding of private markets (private equity and credit).
• Strong communication and quantitative skills
• Strong ability to code and visualize data - competence Python strongly preferable
• Some exposure to the academic literature on ESG/sustainable finance.
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for excellence
• Navigate hurdles with entrepreneurial spirit to develop new business
• High attention to detail and good team player
• Strong analytical, data driven and problem-solving skills, ability to break down complex issues
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work under time constraints
  
  We look for more than just excellent academic achievements. We want original, creative, passionate people with a desire for success and an adaptable mindset. You should be keen to learn and open to explore all the long-term career options available at MSCI. We also look for individuals with a demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.