Investment Management Summer Analyst Program (Jun 2025)

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is an American multinational financial services company headquartered in New York City. It operates in 41 countries, with over 75,000 employees, and ranked 61st in the 2021 Fortune 500 list of largest US corporations by revenue.

Your role

About Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM):

Morgan Stanley Investment Management ("MSIM") and its investment advisory affiliates manage a portfolio of $1.4 trillion in assets as of September 30, 2023, led by a team of over 3,200 investment professionals. They are dedicated to providing strong long-term investment performance, top-tier client service, and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse global client base, including governments, institutions, corporations, and individuals.

The Investment Management Summer Analyst Program at Morgan Stanley, a 10-week initiative beginning in June, provides participants with a hands-on experience similar to that of full-time analysts. The program includes involvement with key MSIM teams, encompassing U.S. Public Markets, Alternatives Product Development, and Strategy, Corporate Development, and M&A. Participants gain a deep understanding of Morgan Stanley's investment product development, fund launches, and strategic operations.

Role and responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with Investment Teams, Distribution & Marketing, Legal & Compliance, and Operations to understand strategy, and opportunity, execute new product launches, mergers/strategy transitions, and liquidations, and provide ongoing support to the product platform.
• Conduct market research and analyses on competitor funds, performance, and global investment trends using various fund databases to support product initiatives
• Assist with offering document development and marketing materials, operational processes, etc.
• Assess product demand by speaking with sales teams
• Support strategic organic growth initiatives such as new product launches, team lift-outs, sales initiatives
• Support corporate development and M&A efforts by analyzing and synthesizing financial statements and operating information about potential acquisition targets
• Research and analyze various geographical markets and segments within the asset management industry such as China, retirement/DC, and insurance channels. Includes market sizing, identifying growth trends/opportunities, and profiling of key market participants

Training, development & rotations

The Investment Management Summer Analyst Program consists of one week of comprehensive training and nine weeks of working within an Investment Management (IM) team. The training curriculum is designed to equip Summer Analysts with the fundamental skills they need to be successful in IM. The week one training includes a Firmwide orientation, business overviews, professional development, technical training, and networking events. Acceptance into the program will include exposure to all 3 teams, as well as the opportunity to learn about groups across MSIM business units through a Speaker Series run throughout the duration of the Program.

Salary & benefits

The expected base pay rate for the role will be $43.27 per hour.

Benefits offered may include:

• Gain hands-on industry experience.
• Learning & development programs.
• Paid time off plans (Plans vary by position).
• Flexible work schedules.
• Diverse culture.
• Free Lunch or Snacks

Career progression

Interns at Morgan Stanley with outstanding performance during their internship can look forward to potential career paths within the firm, supported by a strong focus on training, mentorship, and merit-based progression. These opportunities include exploring various roles and leveraging internal mobility, allowing for personal and professional development within the company's vast global network in financial services.

Work-life balance

At Morgan Stanley, interns can expect a work culture that strongly prioritizes work-life balance, creating an environment conducive to both personal and professional growth. This approach ensures that their internship experience is both fulfilling and rewarding, setting a solid foundation for their future career paths.

Culture & vibe

At Morgan Stanley, interns are immersed in a company culture that values diversity as a strength, drawing participants from around the globe. The environment is shaped by high achievers who share a commitment to integrity, intellectual curiosity, and the aspiration to work in a collaborative and inspiring setting.

About you

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree and will graduate between December 2025 and June 2026
• Exceptional academic performance and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong team player, ability to collaborate with colleagues across the team and within the broader organization
• Energetic, self-starter, and team-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Problem solver, with an analytical and detail-oriented mindset
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

How to apply

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Sources

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• morganstanley.tal.net
• morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/perks-benefits-working-at-Morgan-Stanley
• glassdoor.co.in/Benefits/Morgan-Stanley-United-States-Benefits
• morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/students-graduates/culture.