Liquidity Optimization Intern
About The Position
The Liquidity Optimization Intern will work with the Liquidity Management and Beta Implementation division of the State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB). The division manages the State Investment Fund, centrally manages passive Beta allocations, arranges leverage used in the asset allocation process, optimizes collateral use, and trades in public markets on behalf of SWIB portfolios. The internship is expected to last approximately 10 weeks, beginning in late May or early June 2027, and requires working in Madison, Wisconsin. SWIB manages assets for the Wisconsin Retirement System, the State Investment Fund, and other state funds. It is a mission-driven investment organization focused on growing and protecting fund assets, managing risk, and optimizing long-term costs.
Requirements
- Ability to work in Madison, Wisconsin, for approximately 10 weeks beginning in late May or early June 2027.
- Pursuing a graduate degree in quantitative finance, economics, or a related area.
- Strong understanding of the mathematics underlying optimization algorithms and the ability to program them.
- Proficiency in at least one statistical programming language, such as MATLAB, Python, or R.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work across functional teams toward a common goal.
Nice To Haves
- Pursuing a career in quantitative asset management.
- Some familiarity with market design or auction literature.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to management of the State Investment Fund and passive Beta portfolios.
- Support work related to leverage, securities lending and borrowing, collateral optimization, and global trade execution.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities.
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Career Level
Intern
