As the industry pioneer of the global ETF market, SSGA launched the first US listed ETF in 1993 (SPDR S&P 500) and has remained on the forefront of responsible innovation, evidenced by the introduction of many ground-breaking products, including first-to-market launches with gold, international real estate, international fixed income, and sector ETFs. SSGA has almost $700 billion in global ETF assets.

State Street Global Advisors’ Internship Overview

State Street Global Advisors’ Internship Program provides an excellent opportunity to work and learn about our organization, our culture and how we do business on a day-to-day basis. Our 6 months paid internship program allow you get firsthand experience in TWO of the SSGA divisions:

Chief Administration Officer (CAO)

The Chief Administration Officer (CAO) area is responsible for global infrastructure including all operations, technology, data management, global hubs and transformation. The intern will work and learn within operations focusing on process improvements and automations initiatives as a part of global team. This is a great opportunity for someone with technical skills and automations mindset to challenge outdated processes and contribute with improvements.

For CAO process improvement and automation support:

• Proficiency in MS Excel

• VBA programming language

• Ability to work independently.

• Process mapping and process improvement skills

• Identifying processes that can be automated and work with team leads and process owners.

SPDR ETF Strategy & Research Team

The SPDR ETF Strategy & Research Team in Europe aims to be an indispensable link between Distribution and Investment worlds to help share information about market developments and how they impact our range of funds and help investors know about these. Our mission is to use market and economic information to explain how specific strategies may deliver in different environment and what sets our SPDR ETFs apart. We work with a variety of technologies and a very diverse dataset.

As an intern in the SPDR Strategy & Research team you will work with senior strategists to develop tools and presentations across different investment exposures.

Internship Key Activities:

• Assistance in preparation of databases and automated excel tools facilitating market analysis.

• Preparation of internal and external ETF specific reports.

• Assistance in preparation of ETF specific comparison spreadsheets.

• Assistance in creation new and upgrading existing automated tools.

• Working on ad-hoc client request.

• Work closely with Strategists on preparation of research pieces on equity and fixed income strategies.

• Updating and upgrading market and product specific presentations.

Our requirements

Last year of studies for master's degree in a quantitative subject preferred (e.g., Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Econometrics, Computer Science or similar).
Proficient English (B2 level minimum)
Interest in investment management, including asset allocation strategy and implementation of investment views.
Proficiency with MS Office suite: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong detail-orientation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Some experience of optimization techniques.

What we offer

Flexible arrangements – full time or part time schedule
Competitive salary
Possibility to get a permanent position after 6 months of internship.

Access to professional trainings and development programs
Opportunity to start a career with one of the top global asset managers, in a diverse and dynamic environment of Investment Centre Poland

Benefits

private medical care
sharing the costs of foreign language classes
sharing the costs of professional training & courses
life insurance
flexible working time
retirement pension plan
extra leave

We are looking for candidates, who can potentially be hired for permanent position and will be available for full-time job.

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.

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