Equity Research Analyst Intern

Job Description

As a member of our US equity research department, you will be solely responsible for fundamental research on one particular industry, with the objective of developing specific company and stock recommendations for the portfolios managed by MFS. A summer analyst is expected to work independently in the structuring, development, and communications of investment recommendations.

Our analysts draw upon a wide variety of information sources such as company literature, business publications, and Wall Street research. The emphasis, however, is on original industry and company research, including attendance at conferences and field trips to company facilities, and interviews with corporate management at all levels. Analysts are expected to perform as the “in-house” expert on their particular area(s) of concentration.

Internship Overview

• A summer analyst is given responsibility for one industry (usually 4–5 companies). Industry assignments are based on the needs of the firm.
• There is a short, 3-day training program at the start of the internship to reinforce basic skills necessary to do the job.
• Following training, you will work with a senior analyst who provides guidance and assistance in developing analytical and valuation techniques.
• The internship is generally 10 weeks in duration (June – August).

Career Path (Long-Term)

In the long term, the MFS analyst path offers flexibility in career options. Analysts with a good track record and solid performance have three career options available:

• A long-term analyst who moves across various sectors
• A dedicated sector analyst, managing a sector and sector money
• Becoming a diversified fund manager

Qualifications

• Singapore internship is based in Singapore; Singapore work authorization is required.

Work Arrangement

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