Intern Summer 2026, Portfolio Valuation and Complex Securities (New York/Los Angeles/Chicago/Detroit/Philadelphia)

Stout Groep • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $20 - $40

About The Position

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team. Intern – Portfolio Valuation & Complex Securities Stout’s Portfolio Valuation and Complex Securities team provides analysis and valuation related to complex securities and other financial instruments for financial reporting, tax and regulatory compliance, risk management and hedging assessments, transaction support and corporate strategy. We use reliable valuation methodologies coupled with sophisticated techniques from quantitative finance to assist clients in understanding and valuing financial derivatives and other complex securities. We work on a wide variety of projects, giving team members the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of securities and situations. In addition, we provide the opportunity to everyone on the team to be able to have client facing meetings, where they get to explain the approach used and the key value drivers to our clients.

Requirements

• Pursuing a BA/BS/MS degree in Financial Engineering, Computational Finance, Mathematical Finance, Finance, Business Analytics, or related discipline (required).
• Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 required; 3.5 or higher preferred.
• Must be classified as Junior or higher as of Fall 2025.
• Demonstrated understanding of valuation methodologies used in financial markets preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with programming languages (Python, R, VBA).
• Relevant internship and/or extracurricular related experiences.
• Strong analytical, verbal, technical, and written skills with ability to interpret complex financial data and synthesize findings into clear and actionable insight.
• Superior Communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to present complex information and build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.

Nice To Haves

• Leverage tools such as Bloomberg analytics and S&P CapIQ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply complex valuation models to value a variety of financial instruments using option pricing theory, interest rate and credit models, Monte Carlo simulation, binomial trees, contingent claims analysis, and other financial engineering techniques
• Perform independent analyses and interpret and analyze data sets to generate strategic insights and recommendations for senior leadership and clients
• Create comprehensive reports and supporting analyses that synthesize complex financial analyses delivering clear, concise and impactful findings and recommendations to clients, demonstrating advanced analytical and communication skills
• Independently manage multiple complex projects, exercising discretion in prioritizing tasks and effectively communicating technical insights and recommendations to colleagues and clients in engagements
• Cultivate and sustain strategic professional relationships with colleagues and clients, proactively identifying client’s needs, tailoring solutions, and delivering precise, actionable request for information to drive successful outcomes
• Assume full ownership of complex projects, exercising independent judgment while collaborating strategically with colleagues.

Benefits

• At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
• We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success.
• Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.
• We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.
• Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.
• Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success. https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern