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Qualifications:

Current student pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in sustainability, finance, or related fields., Strong interest in sustainable finance and a desire to explore a career in this sector., Fluent in English, both spoken and written, with strong analytical skills., Intermediate knowledge of SQL, R, or Python, and proficiency in Excel..

Key responsabilities:

Contribute to the AI-automation of team processes.

Run ESG screens of portfolio holdings using proprietary models and third-party platforms.

Perform ad-hoc quantitative research on sustainability topics and present findings.

Provide administrative support to the Fixed Income Sustainability Team and assist sustainability analysts with daily operations.

Job description

At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

What is Sustainability Team responsible for?

The Sustainability Team is responsible for developing and implementing sustainable investing strategy for the Fixed Income. You will be responsible for performing various tasks related to data collection and sustainable investment assessment processes. If you are pursuing a master’s degree in sustainability-related studies and have an interest in driving the sustainability agenda at one of the largest Asset Managers, feel free to apply! Work in a remote working arrangement from elsewhere in Poland. A flexible schedule, adjusted to classes at a university, will be arranged between the intern and the rest of the team.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of Intern - Fixed Income Sustainability Team?

• Actively contributing to AI-automation of the team processes,
• Running ESG screens of portfolio holdings using both proprietary models and third-party data providers’ platforms (e.g. MSCI, Sustainalytics),
• Performing ad-hoc quantitative research on sustainability-linked topics (including review of existing articles, reports etc., data synthesis and presentation of findings to other Team members),
• Providing Fixed Income Sustainability Team members with administrative support, such as clerical tasks, drafting documents, arranging appointments, and liaising with other teams,
• Supporting sustainability analysts with other tasks related to daily operations of the team.

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful ?

• Current student status, pursuing a bachelor or master’s degree in sustainability/finance/science related studies is an advantage (e.g., finance, banking, investment management, economics, law, management, mathematics, physics, etc.),
• Strong interest in sustainable finance and would like to explore a career in this sector,
• Fluent knowledge of English (spoken and written) is a must,
• Ability to actively work with GPTs and create AI assistants to streamline automation of processes is a must,
• Intermediate knowledge of SQL, R or Python is a must,
• Intermediate Excel skills are a must,
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for details,
• Very good organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work independently without direct supervision,
• Good communication skills and ability to effectively tailor communication with a diverse range of business partners located around the globe.

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered.

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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