Internship – Global Wealth Management

Job Description

Intern | Morgan Stanley

The Tone:
This is an internship at Morgan Stanley. A 90-year-old institution, Morgan Stanley is dedicated to raising, managing, and allocating capital for its clients, helping them achieve their financial goals through a differentiated approach. With over 80,000 employees operating across 1,200 offices in 42 countries, the firm’s operations are deeply rooted in its core values: prioritizing clients, upholding ethical conduct, pioneering with exceptional ideas, fostering diversity and inclusion, and actively contributing to communities. These values are not merely beliefs but are the guiding principles for daily decisions impacting clients, communities, and employees alike. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work within a supported and empowering environment, collaborating with a diverse team of creative thinkers. The role is pivotal for individuals aspiring to gain critical industry and organizational knowledge, develop essential business, financial, and analytical skills, and provide direct marketing and sales support within the global wealth management sector, thereby contributing to the firm’s overarching mission and client success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary, maximum 10 months
• Pay: $18–$25 hourly
• Mission: To gain foundational knowledge, develop essential skills, and provide support within the global wealth management business.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Knowledge Acquisition: Gain comprehensive industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and assigned projects, establishing a foundational understanding of Morgan Stanley’s operations.
• Skill Development: Cultivate crucial business, financial, and analytical skills essential for a successful career within the global wealth management and broader financial services industry.
• Operational Support: Provide direct marketing and sales support to various branches and their respective teams, assisting in their daily operations and client engagement efforts.
• Market Intelligence: Conduct thorough market research activities, gathering and analyzing data to inform strategic decisions and support the firm’s understanding of the financial landscape.
• Business Exposure: Achieve broad exposure to the wealth management business, including its diverse products, services, and the nuanced financial needs of its varied clientele.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. High school diploma required; currently pursuing a college degree preferred.
• Experience: Must be at least 18 years of age; capable of committing to a position of up to ten months in duration.
• Skills: Strong analytical and interpretation skills; effective written and verbal communication abilities; capacity to collaborate effectively within a team; strong interest in gaining further understanding of the global wealth management business.