About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

05

The Team:

The Custom Index Engineering team is responsible for building bespoke index solutions for third-party clients across global markets. The team collaborates across New York, New Jersey, and Mumbai to support innovative index methodologies and operational workflows.

As part of the internship program, you will support the team on exploratory initiatives, workflow enhancements, and analytical projects related to index development and automation. You will work in a collaborative global environment and gain exposure to financial markets, data analysis, and internal technology initiatives.

The Impact:

The Custom Index Engineering team contributes to the development and launch of custom index products that serve a diverse global client base.

In this role, you will assist with internal process improvements, exploratory research initiatives, and technology enhancements that help improve operational efficiency and support innovation within the team.

What’s in it for you:

• Develop hands-on experience with Python, data analysis, and collaborative development workflows.
• Work on exploratory and automation-focused initiatives, including internal tools and dashboard enhancements.
• Gain exposure to customized index development, financial markets, and index methodologies.
• Learn how global teams coordinate across operations, technology, and product functions.
• Build practical analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced financial services environment.
• Work with industry-leading technology platforms like Databricks to create solutions that directly support company objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with internal automation and dashboard enhancement initiatives (e.g., Python-based tools and frameworks such as Streamlit or Dask).
• Support exploratory projects involving workflow improvements, analytical research, or new technology initiatives.
• Review and validate structured data outputs under supervision.
• Support documentation of workflows, methodologies, and operational processes.
• Collaborate with team members on testing, quality checks, and small-scale development tasks.
• Identify opportunities for improving efficiency in recurring workflows and processes.
• Develop foundational knowledge of index concepts, financial datasets, and internal team workflows.

Additional Notes:

• This internship focuses on analytical support, exploratory initiatives, and workflow enhancement projects.
• Interns will not be expected to independently manage production index workflows or proprietary internal systems.

Basic Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related quantitative fields.
• Must be able to work out of the Mumbai, India office during the internship period.
• Ability to apply programming and analytical concepts to practical problem-solving scenarios.
• Strong interest in financial markets and data-driven problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with basic data analysis concepts.
• Familiarity with Git/version control and collaborative development workflows.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to demonstrate strong technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and ownership of assigned work.
• Ability to clearly communicate analytical findings, assumptions, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to tools and frameworks such as pandas, NumPy, Streamlit, or Databricks.
• Exposure to handling structured datasets and data processing workflows is a plus.
• Understanding of basic financial markets or index concepts is a plus.
• Ability to work independently on structured tasks with guidance from the team.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a global team environment.
• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to explore ambiguous problems and propose solutions.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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