2025 Summer Associate - SumRidge Non-Quantitative Trading (Jersey City, NJ)

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 

SumRidge Partners LLC is a top ranked principal based fixed income market maker, specializing in high yield and investment grade corporate bonds, municipal bonds, institutional preferred securities and emerging market bonds.  SumRidge Partners was formed in 2010 following the aftermath of the financial crisis and subsequent liquidity shortfall that occurred within fixed income trading; operating as a premier, electronic based fixed income market maker.

Summer Associate Job Summary  

Under general supervision, the SumRidge Non-Quantitative Trading Summer Associate uses knowledge and skills obtained through formal education and/or experience to work on specific projects within an assigned functional area. The Summer Associate will gain in-depth knowledge of the fixed income markets, trade execution and operations, fixed income securities (corporate and municipals), financial sales development and expansion skills and tools, and extensive knowledge about the fundamentals of the credit markets. Interns will work closely with the trading desk and