Quantitative Analytics Intern

About the Role

This internship offers hands-on experience in the financial services industry, working closely with the Manager of Quantitative Analytics on key initiatives across the company. The role provides professional development opportunities, including understanding the financial services industry and gaining exposure to quantitative analysis and model development.

Responsibilities

• Interact with various groups within the organization, including credit, risk, accounting, treasury, and IT, under the direction of the Manager of Quantitative Analytics.
• Apply statistical and other modeling techniques to stress credit, market, liquidity, or profitability risk.
• Research academic or industry literature to support new model development.
• Create simulations and other analyses to test models.
• Learn about new market developments across banking, mortgage, and investment industries.
• Explore career opportunities in quantitative analytics and/or financial services.
• Engage in direct interaction with senior leaders across each line of business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Proven self-starter who can initiate tasks and follow up to completion.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical skills with above-average attention to detail.
• Ability to review, manipulate, and analyze large, complex data sets.
• Undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, or other quantitative disciplines.
• Must have authorization to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship, whether in student status or not.

About Us

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Hilltop Holdings offers a diverse range of financial services through its three primary subsidiaries: PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. PlainsCapital Bank is a leading commercial bank with locations throughout Texas. PrimeLending is a national mortgage provider focused on purchase mortgage originations. HilltopSecurities provides financial advisory, clearing, retail brokerage, and other investment banking services. Hilltop Holdings seeks to build the premier Texas-based diversified financial services holding company through acquisitions and organic growth.

About the Team

The Finance department at Hilltop Holdings manages and optimizes the financial health of the company. Comprised of highly skilled professionals, the team analyzes and interprets financial data, ensures accurate reporting, and maintains compliance with regulations. With a focus on strategic financial planning and forecasting, the department provides valuable insights to guide decision-making processes across the organization. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and risk management. The team collaborates closely with other departments to support objectives, provide financial guidance, and facilitate effective resource allocation.