Quantitative Equity Analyst Intern -… at Franklin… · Philadelp…

Summary: Franklin Templeton is a global investment management firm dedicated to helping clients achieve their investment goals. They are seeking a Quantitative Equity Analyst Intern to work with the Diversified Equity team, providing hands-on experience with financial datasets, investment models, and portfolio optimization techniques. Responsibilities: - Data integration and validation - Testing of various quantitative tools under development - Factor, model, and quantitative strategy backtesting and evaluation - Portfolio risk management and optimization - Ad-hoc research projects Required Qualifications: - Pursuing or recently completed a degree (Bachelor's/Master's) in Finance, Financial Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field - Strong knowledge of quantitative finance, portfolio theory, and risk management - Experience with financial datasets is a plus (e.g., CRSP, Compustat, Clarifi) - Proficiency in Python, SQL, or R for data analysis and backtesting - Familiarity with factor models and backtesting methodologies - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail - Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment Required Skills: Quantitative finance, Portfolio theory, Risk management, Financial datasets, Python, SQL, R, Factor models, Backtesting methodologies, Analytical skills