At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. 

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in econometric and statistical packages, such as STATA, EViews, Matlab, SPSS, AMPL, etc.
• Preferred:
  • Understanding or experience developing monetization mechanisms
  • Experience applying stochastic methods to modelling economic concepts and systems.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
• Good understanding of Web3, blockchain technology, digital assets, smart contracts, Defi, Metaverse, and other related concepts
• Experience in applying analytical methods, such as statistical analysis, modelling, forecasting, and simulation.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, etc.
• Applied knowledge of behavioral economics and understanding of economic mechanisms and simulation of user behavior
• Postgraduate research in economics - published works, and research in scientific journals and repositories

Education

• Student studying towards a PhD or Master’s Degree in Economics or Finance or in a quantitative science field (including Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Physics) with an economics concentration or experience.
• Graduation date of December 2025 - June 2027
• Ability to work during program dates: June 2nd - August 8th 2025

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of Blockchain token economy, digital/crypto asset markets, and decentralized finance (DeFi)
• Assist in projects to design novel economic and crypto-economic frameworks based on identified problems in the evolving digital finance industry.
• Support research on existing tokenomics in the market, token operating models, applications, usability, ecosystem designs (token issuance, implementation, etc.), strategies used for tokens introduction on the secondary market (CEX, DEX), post-issuance controls, etc.
• Contribute to designing and running simulations for stress testing and backtesting of platform token's risk parameters; and analyse on-chain and market data through various analytics and data science tools to draw conclusions on the market.
• Research and support mapping of well-explored economic mechanisms and models to prepare easy-to-digest analyses around token mechanisms on specific protocols and ecosystems for internal (and external) stakeholders.

About the Program

Moody's 10-week summer internship program is a premier opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a hands-on learning experience, guided by Moody's commitment to integrity, excellence, and insight. The program takes place each summer from June - August and positions are available for undergraduate and select graduate students. Internships are full-time, offering a comprehensive view of Moody's business and culture, and a chance to build professional and technical skills. Programmatic elements include networking, mentorship, leadership speaker series and volunteering events. Interns complete project work determined by their team that have real impact, fostering a sense of accomplishment and professional growth. Throughout the internship, participants receive mentorship from Moody's professionals, gaining insights into diverse career paths and cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the company. Networking events and workshops further enrich the experience, providing a platform for professional development and collaboration. As a Moody's intern, you will gain real-world experience, turn inputs into actions, and be integral part of the team.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring hourly rate for this position is $35 an hour, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

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Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.

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Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.