Public Investments Quantitative Analyst Intern, Summer 2027

Northwestern Mutual is hiring a Public Investments Quantitative Analyst Intern for its Quantitative Research & Analytics team. The intern will build data tools, visualizations, and quantitative and machine-learning models to support fixed-income investment analysis and improve investment processes.

What you'll do:

• Build & maintain data models: Collaborate with data engineers to onboard new data sources, design and implement dbt SQL models for data cleaning and integration, and write robust data quality tests to ensure data integrity
• Develop interactive data visualizations: Create insightful dashboards and applications using Tableau and Streamlit to effectively communicate data and model outputs to the department’s investment professionals
• Design and implement machine learning models: Utilize machine learning and AI techniques to develop predictive models, optimize model parameters, research new signals, and deploy models into the Snowflake production environment
• Apply quantitative methods: Leverage quantitative methods such as portfolio optimization, Monte Carlo simulation, risk measurement, and backtesting to enhance various aspects of the investment process
• Collaborate effectively: Work closely with Portfolio Managers, Traders, and Credit Analysts to better identify attractive investment opportunities through efficient data delivery, advanced models, and intuitive dashboards

What they're looking for:

• Progress towards a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Quantitative Finance, Computer/Data Science, Finance, Mathematics)
• Strong development skills in languages such as SQL, Python, Streamlit, dbt, etc
• Excellent data manipulation and data visualization skills
• Passion for the art and science of investing
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability
• High degree of self-motivation, passion, and a drive to learn
• Experience with software development practices such as version control and CI/CD pipelines is preferred
• Experience using Bloomberg and BlackRock Aladdin is a plus

Benefits:

• Professional development workshops
• Senior leadership Q&A's
• Volunteer initiatives
• Networking/social events
• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups