What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Integration Intern position at State of Wisconsin Investment Board?
OUR AGENCY
Make a Difference
SWIB is a trusted and skilled global investment organization managing the assets of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and other separately managed funds. With about $156 billion in total assets under management, SWIB has been recognized by the investment industry for its teamwork and innovation that helps make it a premier asset manager. Sophisticated investment management strategies, forward-looking technologies, and strong internal asset management make SWIB a leading investment organization.
For public employees in Wisconsin, SWIB is a unique and valuable partner. Investing for the financial security of more than 691,000 individuals – and for the 1,607 Wisconsin employers who contribute on behalf of their employees – SWIB’s strong management of the WRS has helped fuel one of only a few fully funded public pension funds in the country. SWIB’s long-term investment returns meet the challenges of a constantly evolving investment landscape while helping grow and protect the assets of the WRS, which is consistently among the top 10 largest public pension funds in the U.S.
We are a mission driven organization and the participants we serve are our mission. By bringing a disciplined, prudent, and innovative approach to market opportunities, SWIB has been successful in generating reasonable returns and maintaining the trust of the beneficiaries and stakeholders of the funds we oversee.
Real World Experience
This is your opportunity to gain professional experience working for one of the nation’s top public pension fund investment organizations. We are looking for a dynamic, energetic intern who is eager to be a part of our dedicated team. SWIB’s intern program offers an opportunity for you to put your skills to use while at the same time to learn new skills in a professional environment. Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful work through hands-on, authentic, professional experiences.
About the Team
The Business Integration Team at SWIB is responsible for connecting people, process, and technology across SWIB’s organizational structure to reduce risk, optimize operations, and enable strategic objectives. In support of this goal, the team manages various cross-functional processes that support knowledge management, business change management, and enterprise architecture.
Essential activities:
This internship role within the Business Integration Team will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to learn about the increasing importance of having a thoughtful and well-organized approach to managing the Agency’s knowledge and documentation as a critical enabler to the accuracy and effectiveness of Generative AI tools.
In this role, the individual will work with Business Integration peers to identify gaps within existing documentation and work with document owners across operations and technology to achieve conformance to defined standards. The role will also contribute meaningfully to a project that will design and develop a proof-of-concept chatbot (using Natural Language Processing and GenerativeAI) for the Technology Group that leverages trusted knowledge artifacts to accelerate knowledge development, reduce time to resolution within issues and incidents, and to improve overall service quality.
The Ideal candidate:
- Ability to work in Madison, WI for an approximate 10-12 weeks beginning late May/early June 2025.
- Ideal areas of study include Information Science, Library Science, Data Science, Knowledge Management, or related fields of study.
Technical Skills:
- Documentation Management: Proficiency in organizing, categorizing, and managing large volumes of documentation.
- Data Analysis: Ability to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and inefficiencies within existing documentation.
- Technical Writing: Strong writing skills to create clear, concise, and informative documentation.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP): Basic understanding of NLP concepts and how they apply to chatbot development.
- Generative AI: Familiarity with generative AI models and their potential applications.
Other Skills:
- Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Organization: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in documentation.
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.
Additional Desired Skills (but not essential):
- Project Management: Basic understanding of project management methodologies.
- Coding: Familiarity with programming languages like Python (for NLP and AI applications).
- Experience with knowledge management tools: Familiarity with tools like SharePoint, Confluence, or other knowledge bases.
Join HIGHER PERFORMERS
Home to Top Talent
SWIB’s professionals shape sophisticated investment management strategies, by driving progressive technologies, and by delivering strong internal asset management results. SWIB’s internal team invests approximately 50% percent of its assets under management in house. As a result, Institutional Investor recognizes SWIB as “home to top talent in American public investing.”
“The organization has earned a reputation for investment excellence in part by running much of its portfolio successfully in-house versus outsourcing to Wall Street” – Institutional Investor.
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