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Summer 2027 Paid Internship
Mid May – Mid August
Did you know that Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies with total assets exceeding $90 billion? With local management teams at the helm in 11 western states, Zions is dedicated to making a difference in their local communities. At Zions, we haven’t forgotten who keeps us in business, meaning we’re committed to the success of our customers, and our employees. Here, the possibilities are endless – come for a job, stay for a career.
Zions has an excellent opportunity available for a Quantitative Modeling Analyst intern to join our Corporate Quantitative Analytics group responsible for model development .
Please create a cover letter listing your degree and describing your skills and experience. Key responsibilities for this position include the following:
Assist in the design and development of statistical/machine learning models to support various initiatives utilizing predictive modeling
Construct and clean datasets in preparation for analysis and use in building forecasting models
Perform accuracy and quality checks to test model forecast results
Write documentation that explains the process used in developing models
Create summary reports that highlight forecasting methods and results
Help prepare presentations for senior management
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Math, Computer Science or a related field.
Experience with one or more of the following statistical software tools: Python, SQL, R, SAS
Knowledge of statistical and econometric modeling methods, as well as machine learning
Understanding of accounting, financial statements, and banking products is a plus.
Proficiency in working with large data sets is a plus.
Experience with technologies such Google Cloud Platform, GPUs, and Git is a plus
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
Summer 2027 Paid Internship
Mid May – Mid August
Did you know that Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies with total assets exceeding $90 billion? With local management teams at the helm in 11 western states, Zions is dedicated to making a difference in their local communities. At Zions, we haven’t forgotten who keeps us in business, meaning we’re committed to the success of our customers, and our employees. Here, the possibilities are endless – come for a job, stay for a career.
Zions has an excellent opportunity available for a Quantitative Modeling Analyst intern to join our Corporate Quantitative Analytics group responsible for model development .
Please create a cover letter listing your degree and describing your skills and experience. Key responsibilities for this position include the following:
Assist in the design and development of statistical/machine learning models to support various initiatives utilizing predictive modeling
Construct and clean datasets in preparation for analysis and use in building forecasting models
Perform accuracy and quality checks to test model forecast results
Write documentation that explains the process used in developing models
Create summary reports that highlight forecasting methods and results
Help prepare presentations for senior management
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Math, Computer Science or a related field.
Experience with one or more of the following statistical software tools: Python, SQL, R, SAS
Knowledge of statistical and econometric modeling methods, as well as machine learning
Understanding of accounting, financial statements, and banking products is a plus.
Proficiency in working with large data sets is a plus.
Experience with technologies such Google Cloud Platform, GPUs, and Git is a plus
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
Quantitative Analyst Internship Market
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Tips for Your Quantitative Analyst Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large financial institutions and trading firms open summer quantitative analyst internship applications as early as August or September for the following year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Check listings in the fall first, then revisit throughout the year for roles that open later in the cycle.
Build a documented project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for quantitative analyst internships expect limited work history, so your portfolio does the work your resume can't. Publish two or three complete projects on GitHub, documenting your methodology, the data sources you used, and the conclusions you reached. A link reviewers can click is worth more than a bullet point describing what you did.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many quantitative analyst internship openings never reach campus recruiting channels at all.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you submit
Quantitative analyst intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering probability, statistics, and mental math, often alongside a coding or modeling component. Practice solving problems out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Quantitative Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a quantitative analyst internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For quantitative analyst candidates, a GitHub repository with documented models or analyses gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a quantitative analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for quantitative analyst interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early the return-offer conversation happens. Position yourself by owning your project outcomes and asking your manager about timelines, but keep applying to full-time roles in parallel.
When should I apply for quantitative analyst internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial firms and technology companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with some processes closing by October or November. Smaller companies, regional firms, and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single application season.
Are quantitative analyst internships paid?
Most professional quantitative analyst internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and some employers disclose a pay range directly in the listing. Where an employer has shared compensation details, you'll see it on the posting itself.
What should a quantitative analyst internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools and methods used, with links to your code repository or published analyses so reviewers can assess your work directly. Add relevant coursework in statistics, mathematics, and programming. Keep the whole document to one page.
What is a quantitative research internship program?
Structured quantitative research internship programs, offered at larger asset managers, hedge funds, and trading firms, place interns on research or trading desks for a defined summer rotation. They target candidates new to professional finance and recruit aggressively from quantitative degree programs starting in the fall. These programs are competitive and fill in the first application wave, so identify the ones that match your background and apply early.
Can international students get quantitative analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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