Let's begin! Model Development Intern Catastrophe Risk
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Job Summary
At Moodys we unite the brightest minds to turn todays risks into tomorrows opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they arewith the freedom to exchange ideas think innovatively and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moodys is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment were advancing AI to move from insight to actionenabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity speed and confidence.
If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship lead with curiosity champion diverse perspectives turn inputs into actions and uphold trust through integrity.
Skills and Competencies
- General understanding of natural catastrophes and their impacts on communities and businesses
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of programming languages commonly used in model development (e.g. SQL R Python Fortran)
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment with flexibility in day to day tasks
- Excellent time management and planning skills with the ability to meet short deadlines
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
- Familiarity with GitHub (preferred)
- Familiarity with ArcGIS or QGIS (preferred)
Education
- Currently studying towards an MSc or PhD in Meteorology Geography Geoscience Mathematics or related fields (including students transitioning between MSc and PhD programs)
- Available for a 3-month internship starting in Summer 2026
Responsibilities
- Monitor global catastrophic events such as tropical cyclones earthquakes floods and wildfires and assess their potential impact by researching active events and supporting real time modelling workflows
- Produce clear summaries reports and event updates that contribute to the generation of real time catastrophe modeling products
- Assist in developing testing and improving code and processes used in real time operational systems during periods without active catastrophic events
- Contribute to the annual Catastrophe Review report and support the maintenance of core operational workflows
- Collaborate with the Event Response team to support project objectives and ongoing development initiatives
About the team
The Moodys RMS Event Response team based in London is part of the Model Development group within the Models & Data business unit. The team builds custom solutions that enable customers to quantify the impact of real time catastrophic events including tropical cyclones earthquakes floods and wildfires.
The team works closely with model developers to adapt Moodys RMS catastrophe models for real time applications ensuring fast and accurate event insights. They also collaborate with model product management to ensure that solutions reflect the evolving needs of the insurance and reinsurance markets.
Moodys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates for Moodys Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moodys Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Python
- C/C++
- Fortran
- R
- Data Mining
- Matlab
- Data Modeling
- Laboratory Techniques
- MongoDB
- SAS
- Systems Analysis
- Dancing
About Company
Moody's CreditView is our flagship solution for global capital markets that incorporates credit ratings, research and data from Moody's Investors Service plus research, data and content from Moody's Analytics.
