What are the responsibilities and job description for the Index Analyst Intern (Summer 2026) position at Syntax Data?
About Syntax Data
Syntax LLC is a financial data and technology company that codifies business models into a relational system we call Affinity Data™. Syntax operates through three segments: Affinity Data™, Syntax Direct™, and Syntax Indices™. Using its patented FIS® technology inspired by systems sciences, the Affinity Data™ segment offers the most comprehensive, granular, and accurate product line revenue data available on the market. The Syntax Direct™ segment then uses this abundance of data to facilitate the near instantaneous creation and ongoing management of boundless direct indexing solutions and rules-based equity portfolios through a fully automated platform. The Syntax Indices™ segment offers customized and proprietary indices, including core global benchmarks and micro- and macro-thematic, smart beta, defined outcome, and target volatility indices. These indices are foundational for a range of financial products, such as ETFs, UITs, and structured products.
Learn more at syntaxdata.com
About the Role
- The Index Intern will support our team by assisting with the research, creation, and development of market indices.
Responsibilities will include:
- Completing research related to index design and development
- Maintenance and monitoring of capital action activity covering global equity markets
- Compiling index-related data and preparing statistical reports that will be shared with the team and clients
The Ideal candidate will have:
- Microsoft Office proficiency with advanced Excel knowledge
- Studying Finance, Economics or Math
- Applied math skills, particularly financial statistics
- Programming skills, especially in Python and VBA
- Familiarity with data terminals such as Bloomberg, Eikon, and FactSet
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Experience working with and analyzing large datasets
- Excellent communication skills, both in written and spoken English
- Positive and proactive attitude with flexibility to accommodate a changing environment and willingness to take on new responsibilities
- Strong attention to detail