Summer Analyst

The Duff & Phelps team brings together a rare mix of skill, experience, education and credentials in a collegial, collaborative environment. Job Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (List in order of importance; include any supervisory or management responsibilities) Support research coverage by analysts on their primary research coverage. Review company financial statements. Participate in earnings calls, company meetings, sell side meetings, and weekly team meetings. Update proprietary earnings, valuation models and/or other key models for investment teams. Review Corporate Sustainability Reports and update related proprietary templates and models. Participate in projects such as Quarterly Proprietary Global Property Sector Deep Dives in advance of earnings season. Facilitate fundamental business model assessment and valuation analysis of individual securities with analysts as part of a stock selection process. Performs other duties as required by investment team members. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required for the position. Other duties may be assigned from time to time by management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (education, experience, certifications, licenses, & skills required) Ability to work in Chicago, IL for an approximately 8-week period in a hybrid work environment. Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree with a preference for a student currently in their junior academic year with previous internship experience. Top academic performer who is comfortable in an unstructured environment that fosters creativity, maturity, and initiative. Understanding of cash flow modeling. Passion for investing and a competitive drive, with a baseline knowledge of investments and quantitative analysis. Ability to analyze a variety of information to quickly draw relevant conclusions and to summarize and communicate results in a time-sensitive manner. Experience with FactSet and/or Bloomberg a plus. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work in a team-oriented culture, with the ability to objectively influence others. Demonstrated quantitative and statistical ability. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Willingness to work in a hybrid work environment (i.e., a combination of in-office and remote work). Ability to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time. Ability to use a computer and perform repetitive motion activities. Base Salary Range: $25.00 per hour The starting salary offer will vary based on the applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Virtus and its affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.