The MSCI Index Research & Development team is part of the MSCI Research and Development organization and is responsible for the ownership and evolution of all index methodologies that cover the Equity, Fixed Income and Private Assets classes. The team also is centrally focused on improving product quality through close collaboration with the Product, Client Coverage, Technology and Data Services organizations. The team is currently based in Geneva, Mumbai, New York, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Monterrey and Manila.

As an Intern of Index Research & Development (Index R&D) in Monterrey, you will 

1. support the Private Assets Index R&D team on index quality, methodology and publications related topics.
2. work on operational improvement projects, research based charting tools/analysis on real estate property and property fund indexes.
3. collaborate on annual representativeness study on global market size estimations.
4. collaborate on the automation of recurring workflows and reporting processes, leveraging AI-assisted tooling to improve efficiency and scalability across the team's research and publication pipeline.

Specific Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent English communication skills are a must.
• Financial industry knowledge.
• Advanced Excel, Python, and programming skills; data visualization techniques (Power BI).
• AI tool experience (e.g. LLMs or coding assistants) is a plus.
• Real estate asset class knowledge and key performance metrics is a plus.
  
  

Desired Skills include:

• Multitasking
• Problem solving
• Inventive
• Attention to detail

Desired Experience

• Bachelor's degree students with at least 6 months remaining before graduation (candidates with more time until graduation are equally welcome) and a GPA of 90/100 or above.
• Studies abroad or previous work experience is strongly desired.

Desired Qualifications

• A self-starter and highly motivated individual, with the ability to work individually and within a team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects under tight, short-term deadlines.
• Ability to work efficiently with diverse cultures on a global team.
• Understanding of international financial institutions and global financial markets.

What we offer you

• 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.

• 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.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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