Summer Intern Research AnalystLocation US-CA-PasadenaCategory Investment Management Overview A ten week internship program designed to provide valuable career experience for students who wish to apply their education and skills in a fixed-income-oriented work environment. This is an intensive program that mirrors the responsibilities of an entry level position within the Firm. Participants get on-the-job training as well as technical and business-oriented education. The intern will work in the Investment Management Department, with a focus on credit (High Yield) research. Responsibilities Conduct primary and secondary market research/relative value analysis, utilizing credit skills to identify investment opportunitiesBuild/maintain proprietary financial models for entire peer group in given sectors, accompanied by internal due diligence meetings with management teams/company visits.Make actionable investment recommendations by translating strategy in to executable trading options/solutions in an effort to increase portfolio returns.Interfaces with, and supports the Firms major proprietary and vendor related systems and applications.May develop reports to assist the Portfolio / Research Manager in assessing portfolio risk exposure, benchmark characteristics and trade allocation parameters.Participate in department and sector team strategy meetings. Qualifications Candidates should be exploring the career opportunities available to them within the financial services field, with a desire to learn about and participate in a Fixed Income environment.Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills.Computer literate with advanced Excel skills.Team orientationAcademic Qualifications:Should be pursuing a graduate degree with a proven record of academic excellence and achievement.How to ApplyApply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendReferSorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ("EEO") Western Asset Management is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy and related conditions), physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by law. Software Powered by iCIMS