Investment Management Intern

Job Description

The Asset Stewardship team is responsible for developing and implementing the firm's proxy voting and engagement guidelines, managing issuer engagement, and undertaking research and analysis of corporate governance and sustainability topics. Our approach to stewardship is centered on thought leadership, issuer engagement, proxy voting and client reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support global proxy voting and engagement efforts

• Conduct research on proxy voting policies and in preparation for company engagements

• Analyze sustainability disclosures for portfolio companies

• Support the development of thought leadership on corporate governance sustainability topics

• Monitor evolving market trends

Requirements:

• Experience working on and/or studying sustainability topics or corporate governance/stewardship

• Excellent writing, research and communication skills

• Enthusiastic about the work, detail-oriented and reliable, able to work independently and take initiative, and able to work collaboratively with a diverse and global team

Education: Currently pursuing bachelor's 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 by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs 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 perspectives 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 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 programs 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

Salary Range:

$41,600 - $65,000 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Job Application Disclosure:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.