Classification Data Validation Intern

About Syntax Data Syntax is a data and technology provider to the financial services industry. The company offers a range of unique data sets for public and private companies that organize the global economy based on systems theory. Data is delivered via complete database solutions, consulting services, indices, and turnkey technology platforms.   About the Role The Classification team at Syntax provides high quality data that enables our clients, including asset managers, registered investment advisors, and institutional investors, to make informed investment decisions with conviction. 

As a Classification Data Validation Intern, you will support the building and maintenance of Syntax’s database of publicly traded companies by leveraging sources such as regulatory filings, industry reports, and proprietary research tools. This data is used internally by Syntax’s Index Development department to build financial indices, as well as externally by clients who license this data to create their own products or augment their analytics. Once a fundamental understanding of the database and proficiency at classification are achieved, this role will work to increase the comprehensiveness of the dataset. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Conduct research on publicly traded companies to collect and standardize relevant financial data and product-level breakouts from open sources such as annual reports and financial statements
• Perform checks to validate quality and accuracy of data, resolve issues through manual and automated means to ensure adherence to defined data standards
• Develop ever-increasing understanding of a diverse range of industries

The ideal candidate will have:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Graduate program (on track to graduate within the next 3 years) or have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Strong qualitative research skills, with the ability to organize and absorb large amounts of information. Keen attention to work quality/detail is a must
• Collaborative mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and eagerness to contribute to our team-oriented culture
• Resourceful and capable of executing tasks/solving problems with autonomy
• Quick learner with a commitment to hard work and intellectual curiosity
• Familiarity with financial statements and annual reports

Learn more at syntaxdata.com