Systematic Credit Intern

American Century Investments • Madison, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Global Fixed Income Group at American Century Investments is seeking a curious, analytically minded intern to help solve real-world investment problems using data, research, and code. Working alongside our systematic credit investment professionals, you will explore large financial datasets, test investment ideas, and contribute to research and security-selection models used in our investment process. We welcome applications from currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, economics, statistics, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience using Python for data analysis.
• Attention to details, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in investing, financial markets, and data-driven research.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly and collaborate effectively with others.
• Intellectual curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with large financial or alternative datasets.
• Coursework or project experience in statistics, machine learning, econometrics, or portfolio analysis.
• Familiarity with fixed income or credit markets.

Responsibilities

• Own a research project from initial hypothesis and data analysis through testing, interpretation, and presentation.
• Work directly with quantitative researchers and portfolio managers to investigate investment signals and enhance systematic credit strategies.
• Analyze large financial and market datasets using Python.
• Explore potential projects such as developing investment signals, evaluating alternative datasets, improving portfolio-construction techniques, or testing enhancements to existing credit-selection models.
• Learn how quantitative research is translated into portfolio and security-selection decisions.
• Present your findings and recommendations to members of the investment team.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Eligibility to contribute to a 401(k)
• A dedicated mentor who will provide ongoing career guidance and support.
• Opportunities to connect with investment professionals and colleagues across the firm.
• Access to Business Resource Groups, including Accelerate, Charlie Mike, Emerging Professionals, Enable, Pride, and Mosaic.
• A robust calendar of social, professional-development, and philanthropic events designed for interns.
• A collaborative workplace with a casual dress environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree