The INVESTMENTS INTERN will focus on corporate bond and municipal credit research and other related activities required to support a disciplined investment selection and review process for Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL) and its affiliates. The Investments Intern will research and present on a specific sector(s) and some (all) of its relevant constituents for management’s review. This internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in asset management, security analysis, capital markets, and valuation. WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING FOR FALL 2021, SPRING 2022, AND SUMMER 2022 POSITIONS. Placement will depend on a candidate’s current coursework, track to graduation, and experience.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze credit risk through research on corporate and municipal debt issuers
- Report ongoing company-specific and industry-wide developments and trends (verbal/written)
- Perform a variety of analyses (including but not limited to) reinvestment break-even, scenario/sensitivity, etc.
- Present industry/sector outlooks and provide investment recommendations
Required Skills
- Firm understanding and interest in capital markets (equities, bonds, derivatives, alternatives, etc.)
- Solid academic background with advancement towards an undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, and/or similar relevance
- Strong, detail-oriented, analytical/reasoning skills with ability to analyze large quantities of information efficiently and effectively
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills; must construct/defend a recommendation
- Proficiency in financial statement analysis and other relevant information
- Self-starting, and exhibiting ownership of assigned sector coverage
- Robust computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Bloomberg terminal functions a plus)
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Ability to work 20 hours per week.
Preferred Skills:
- Junior/Senior or MBA/MSF student
- Interest/participation in the CFA Program
- Ability and willingness to perform clerical functions as needed
- Willingness to learn different areas within the organization
- Work on different projects within the department as well as team projects
- Back up other team members during vacations and/or leaves of absence
Other:
- Job Location: Virtual and/or McKinney, TX, United States
- Job Type: Internship
- S. citizen or legal resident
Required Experience