2026 Summer Associate – Data Analytics – Reams Asset Management - Indianapolis, IN
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Job Description
Job Description Summary
Follow established procedures to perform tasks and receive general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and varied complexity. Some judgment is required to adapt procedures, processes, and techniques to apply to more complex assignments.Job Description
Raymond James Overview
One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could be the place you build a career beyond your expectations.
Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management.
At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options.
We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected, and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm, and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Department Overview
Reams Asset Management (“Reams”) is an investment management boutique within Raymond James Investment Management, a wholly owned subsidiary of Raymond James Financial. Reams is located in Indianapolis, IN and focuses on investing in all areas of the fixed income market.
Job Summary
The summer associate will work closely with the Data Analytics team, a two-person team that has skills in probability theory, high-level mathematics, statistics and data analysis coding languages such as R/Python/SQL. The role of this team is to enhance investment processes through robust quantitative analysis and to serve the investment team on myriad tasks. The ideal candidate possesses intellectual curiosity and is excited to work in a collegial environment. This role calls for someone interested in the quantitative elements that underpin sound investment decisions.
The summer associate position is a temporary role.
Start Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
End Date: Friday, August7, 2026
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week.
Duties and Responsibilities
Identify areas of improvement in current workflows within Reams’ data analytics/investment/operations departments.
Develop charts/reports to assist with portfolio management decision-making process.
Explore investment team desk-specific projects (corporates/securitized products/rates & currencies).
Assist with investment team data requests on an ad hoc basis.
Learn about Reams’ investment philosophy and role within the broader fixed income markets.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of
Probability theory
Data analysis coding languages such as R, Python, and SQL
High-level mathematics and statistics
Excel (Pivot Tables/Power Query/VBA)
Financial markets (asset classes/economic data/market participants & structures)
Portfolio management (risk/allocation/performance measurement)
Skill in
Data management/storytelling (create narratives based on results of data analysis)
Report creation/optimization
Ability to
Ability to respond to common data inquiries from internal teammates.
Assist in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Educational/Previous Experience Requirements
Full-time student at an accredited college/university, graduating December 2026 or later, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, finance,statistics or related field.
Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.
Eligible applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (including beyond OPT/EAD).
Licenses/Certifications
None .
Location
Hybrid position – Indianapolis, IN
No travel .
Education
High School (HS) (Required)Work Experience
General Experience - 4 to 6 monthsWorkstyle
HybridAt Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:
At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.
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