Trading Analyst Intern, Credit

Garda Capital Partners • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Garda Capital Partners is seeking a Credit Trading Analyst Intern for Summer 2027 in their New York office. This internship offers exposure to the credit trading desk, supporting the investment team by implementing solutions for trading and risk systems. Interns will learn about trading analytics, work with a mentor, and gain exposure to other desks across the firm. The role involves understanding credit markets and products, using analysis to identify trading opportunities and assess risk, completing desk projects, and supporting research processes.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in finance, economics, etc.
• Quantitative & programming skills (Python & SQL)
• Knowledge and interest in financial markets
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a broader team
• Intellectual curiosity and motivation to innovate and improve

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in credit markets is not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Shadow the credit trading desk to learn the day-to-day responsibilities of the investment team, from Analysts to Portfolio Managers.
• Develop a fundamental understanding of the credit market and its main products, including global macro credit, emerging market credit, and other highly correlated areas such as global equities and EM local rates/FX.
• Use qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify potential trading opportunities and assess the risk of new and existing strategies.
• Complete projects for the desk, including developing trade ideas with presentations to the investment team.
• Support the team’s research process, including data collection and analysis, prototyping, back testing, and performance monitoring.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern