Hearst Summer Associate

Fitch Group is currently seeking three interns based out of our New York office.

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch is committed to nurturing early talent by providing a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where individuals can thrive and grow. Our early talent programs are designed to cultivate the next generation of financial professionals by offering comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities. These programs provide participants with hands-on experience and exposure to various aspects of the financial industry, preparing them for successful careers at Fitch and beyond.

About the Team

An opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a leading global financial information services company, with operations in more than 30 countries. A team-oriented work environment.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

1. Information Security

• Assist in updating and maintaining our internal SharePoint site.
• Support the organization of Cyber Security Awareness Month activities.
• Aid in editing articles or communications related to upcoming events.
• Develop creative ideas to boost engagement in our events, increase readership of articles, and drive traffic to our SharePoint site.

2. Employee Communications

• Pitch and produce employee stories (profiles, Q&As, features) from idea to publication
• Conduct interviews, capture accurate notes/quotes, and write in a clear internal voice
• Edit and package content for internal channels and social media (headlines, captions, summaries)
• Support speed networking and “Welcome & Connect” sessions: invites, run-of-show, prompts, facilitation support, and follow-up
• Create engaging Responsible Use of AI content that turns principles into practical behaviors and scenarios for employees and managers
• Coordinate with stakeholders for approvals, accuracy, and alignment with internal guidance

• Track basic engagement (views/clicks, attendance, qualitative feedback) and recommend improvements
• Maintain a simple editorial/event calendar and manage version control across drafts

3. Video Production/Editing

• This internship will provide knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of the marketing department. The Video Production Intern helps to plan, coordinate, shoot, produce, edit videos and podcasts that are consistent with the Fitch brand. This person will develop videos that showcase Fitch’s wide range of projects and services.

• Create multimedia content (video/podcasts) for the global website, social media and internal campaigns
• Prep/capture/editing of new and ongoing projects under the supervision of a Sr. Editor.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Rising senior at an accredited university, preferably working towards a degree in business, finance, economics, or other quantitatively focused field of study.
• Self-starter who can understand objectives, work independently, and is highly motivated.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team oriented, with an ability to effectively build relationships.
• High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to work an 11 week internship from 6/1/26-8/14/26

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• The candidate should have strong analytical capabilities coupled with aspirations to develop business development acumen longer term.
• Individuals must be self-sufficient and should have some familiarity with Excel and PowerPoint.

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment : A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

Expected base pay rate for the role will be $20/hour. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.

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