Quantitative Risk Intern

Why work at MGIC?

Are you someone who wants to play a critical role in our company’s success? Do you enjoy solving puzzles and finding a better way to get things done? Are you someone who likes to Take The Lead and make an impact? If so, then imagine yourself at MGIC. At MGIC we are a team of dedicated professionals on a fearless mission. A team that fosters a culture of career development and continuous learning opportunities to help you rise to new heights. We are passionate about providing outstanding customer service and making a difference in our community. #WeAreMGIC

How will you make an impact?

As a Quantitative Risk Intern, you will support the company’s implementation of our Model Risk Management framework. To accomplish this, you will engage in a variety of analytical activities in the following areas:

• Contribute to the creation of model risk management policy and standards that align with industry best practices, regulatory guidance, and MGIC's unique operational environment.
• Conduct independent assessments of model performance, identify strengths and weaknesses from both a computational and quantitative perspective while ensuring the maintenance of accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with key functional areas associated with models, including Model Developers, Model Application Development, Operations and Implementation, and Data Governance.
• Shape and implement MGIC's model risk appetite, as well as determine the approach to quantifying and aggregating model risk.
• Conducts research, gathers information, and maintains awareness of business environment, government events, regulatory changes, and rating agency disclosures.  Provide recommendations for improvements to the model risk management framework.
• Collaborate on initiatives across teams and departments
• Perform ongoing adhoc data projects, analyses as needed to meet business needs.

Do you have what it takes?

Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Computational Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, etc. 

• Interdisciplinary knowledge including finance, mathematics, statistics, and programming.
• Programming proficiency in one or more of the following: Python, R, SQL, SAS or similar languages
• Knowledge/experience with Gitlab
• Knowledge and/or experience with logistic models, Monte Carlo state transition framework, stochastic economic models (home prices, interest rates, unemployment)
• Knowledge in machine learning model development and post model evaluation
• Experience with credit risk data
• Intellectual curiosity and go-getter attitude
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Enjoy these benefits from day one:

• Competitive Salary & pay-for-performance bonus
• Financial Benefits (401k with company match, profit sharing, HSA, wellness program)
• On-site Fitness Center and classes (corporate office)
• Paid-time off and paid company holidays
• Business casual dress

For additional information about MGIC and to apply, please visit our website at www.mgic.com/careers.

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