Ratings and Research Support Intern (Financial Institution Group)

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways.

Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it.

We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply!

You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Applications for this position will be accepted from 26 October through 10 November. We encourage interested candidates to apply early to ensure full consideration.

Skills and Competencies • Good understanding of key concepts and key drivers of Banking industry • Strong accounting or statistics background (e.g., through coursework, CFA or equivalent) • Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency.

Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use • Ability to work independently and handle workflow to adapt to a changing environment and prioritize tasks accordingly • Excellent attention to details, strong analytical thinking and organizational skills • Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills • Fluency in English and German is essential • Please submit your CV in English Education • Students studying towards a Bachelor’s Degree (possible) or a Master’s Degree (preferred), in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or another quantitative field • Availability to start in Q1, 2027, for 3-6 months full-time (Praktikum) or 6 months part-time (Werkstudent/Working Student) Responsibilities Supporting Analytical teams as needed.

Examples of analytical work may include: • Participating in case studies designed to further analytical understanding • Working on various analytical, research, data, process related projects • Collecting data and identify trends to support well-thought-out credit conclusions • Preparing financial documents, charts, and presentations • Monitoring media outlets for news regarding special projects or portfolios • Providing analytical and research support to the rating teams • Contributing to the creation of research publications About the Program: The Moody’s Ratings and Research Support (RRS) Intern position offers current students an opportunity to develop skills that are valuable to any future career in the financial services industry.

This will be an internally facing role, reporting to a Team Manager. Interns’ complete project work determined by their team that have real impact, fostering a sense of accomplishment and professional growth.

Participants will gain insights into diverse career paths and cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the company. Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position.

Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.