2022 Summer Internship - Risk Strategy & Operational Resilience Intern

2022 Summer Internship - Risk Strategy & Operational Resilience Intern


Why Nasdaq?


When you work at Nasdaq, youre working for more open and transparent markets so that more people can access opportunities. Connections can be made, jobs can be built, and communities can thrive. We want all our employees to have access to opportunity, too. That means planning for career growth, ensuring you have the tools you need, and promoting a broad culture where were all valued for our outstanding perspective. Here, you will work for a global tech leader committed to breaking down barriers to inclusive prosperity. We see technology as a means to free people up to work together more efficiently and effectively by centralizing data, analytics, and market intelligence. We're committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Not only is it our responsibility to do better, but we also need representative voices to power the fresh thinking that is vital for our business and our clients.


Interning at Nasdaq


The Nasdaq Futures Internship Program provides successful candidates with an outstanding opportunity to experience a relevant and immersive 10 week internship. As participants in the Nasdaq Futures Internship Program, you will deliver real, impactful work within a business unit. You will work on a defined project and partner with a mentor, network with senior colleagues and present your project at the end of the program. You will also participate in learning development opportunities and meet with senior leaders. This Nasdaq Internship runs for 10 weeks commencing from June to August 2022.


The Team


The Risk Strategy, Resilience and Ethics function is a new team formed under the Nasdaq Global Chief Risk Officer to define Nasdaq Inc. risk strategy in support of the business strategy, enhance operational resilience practices across all business lines and manage the firms Ethics program. The summer intern role will support the Operational Resilience program and Risk Strategy related initiatives.


Your Role


The summer intern role will support the Operational Resilience program and Risk Strategy related initiatives. This will include research and analysis of topical and emerging risks with potential to impact the Nasdaq business, supporting the development of thought pieces and reports, and supporting the operational resilience enhancements as part of a broad, multi-disciplinary working group. The work of our team covers all aspects of Nasdaq's business.


Who we are looking for:


Passionate individual looking to start their career in Risk


Completing a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field with an anticipated graduation date after December 2023 until summer of 2024


Has strong interest and understanding of operations, risk, business and finance.


Has the ability to quickly acquire new knowledge and skills through on-the-job training and self-directed learning, including researching


Demonstrated conceptual, analytical, and innovative problem-solving and evaluative skills, and an ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate options, and make conclusions


Has strong organizational, interpersonal and presentation skill


What would be helpful:


A self-starter with evidence of intellectual curiosity


A critical thinker who exhibits entrepreneurism and problem solving abilities


Energized by a heavy workload and tight deadlines


Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally


Sample Project:


Support the Operational Resilience Program and Head of Risk Strategy on specific Nasdaq strategic initiatives.


This Nasdaq Internship runs for 10 weeks commencing from June to August. To learn more about Campus Life at Nasdaq, please click here.


Come as You Are


Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.


We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.


Apply online: http://nasdaqinc.contacthr.com/100851390