Alpha Business Architecture, 6 Months Full-time Internship (Jul- Dec 2026)

Why this role is important to us The Alpha Business Architecture team helps shape how clients connect to and use the Alpha Platform. We work on defining and documenting standard interfaces, business processes, and system workflows that support Alpha’s end to end solutions.In this role, you’ll support efforts to clearly capture business requirements, create easy to understand process diagrams, and document design decisions. You’ll also help identify opportunities to standardize solutions, reduce complexity, and improve how Alpha services are delivered to clients in a consistent and scalable way.

What you will be responsible for • Build an understanding of the Alpha platform and its end to end value proposition. • Support senior architects in identifying opportunities to standardize products and workflows by helping document and validate current and future state processes. • Create and update Jira backlog items, and help track progress using dashboards and team hub pages. • Draft clear and well structured requirements, design notes, and supporting documentation. • Assist with basic project management activities, including meeting agendas and notes, project plans, and action logs. • Support business analysis activities by maintaining plans, tracking issues, and preparing project documentation. • Participate in user interface and solution design sessions, helping document outcomes and propose initial observations or suggestions.

Key Responsibilities• Help document business requirements gathered from product, implementation, and operations teams to support strategic initiatives. • Assist in documenting future state designs, including capturing options and outlining high level pros and cons. • Create and maintain system and process flow diagrams that clearly illustrate key components and interactions. • Attend team and project meetings to build knowledge of different client types, such as asset owners, asset managers, private markets, and ETF issuers. • Share observations and feedback with internal teams (including Alpha and CRD partners) on process gaps, documentation clarity, and opportunities to improve business analysis practices. • Support efforts to improve and standardize requirement gathering templates and documentation processes. • Communicate effectively with team members using a variety of internal communication channels.

Preferred Qualifications • Basic understanding of financial markets or securities terminology (or strong interest in learning). • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Interest in modern technology concepts, including automation and agent based or AI assisted workflows. • Clear written and verbal communication skills. • Analytical mindset with an interest in problem solving. • Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team. • Willingness to ask questions, learn from others, and take feedback constructively. • Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast paced, changing environment. • Positive, collaborative team oriented attitude.

About State StreetWhat we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers

Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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