Intern

Credit Internship – International Public Finance

Fitch Ratings IPF team is currently seeking an Intern based out of our Bogota office.

The International Public Finance Group (IPF) is responsible for assigning and maintaining international credit ratings on public entities and their debt issues worldwide. The Group is split into three regions: APAC, EMEA and Latin America.

In Latin America, the Group currently maintains more than 500 public ratings (and a number of private ratings) on local and regional governments, debt issues and government related entities, including public entities in sectors such as water, higher education, specialised financial vehicles, health care and public transportation as well as any entity that has a public policy mission. In Latin America, the IPF analytical team consists of 20+ analysts who are based in Monterrey, Mexico City, Bogotá and Sao Paulo.

What We Offer:

• The intern will report to one of the most experienced Directors based in Bogotá.
• The opportunity to work for as a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research.
• Unique access to the industry that will give interns real life examples of financial and government structures.

We’ll Count on You To:

• The role will concentrate on supporting analysts who are focused on local and regional governments and public entities, primarily in Colombia.
• Data analysis related to public sector entities, local governments sector and individual issuers
• Fluent in excel and other data programs so all data can be sorted out and processed with proprietary tools.
• Preparation of rating committee documentation
• Publication of sector-specific research and insightful commentaries
• Participation in credit rating committees for local governments and public entities
• Plus, other duties as required

What You Need to Have:

• The successful candidate will be a student in his/her final years of undergraduate in the fields of economics, financial studies, public or business administration, accounting or similar career with no or little experience.
• Little or no experience
• Good knowledge of English and Spanish.
• Proficient knowledge of standard business software
• Sound writing and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Ideally, the candidate should be interested in Public Finance.
• It is important that the candidate should be a good team player, being able to cope with time pressure and deadlines.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

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