Job Description

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide, providing instant access


to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions.


At FactSet, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They express how we act and operate , serve as a compass in our decision-making, and play a big role in how we treat each other, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time, and that curiosity is the key to anticipating our clients' needs and exceeding their expectations.


FactSet creates data and software solutions for tens of thousands of investment professionals around the world. FactSet has the growth opportunity of a start-up with the stability of a well-established company. For almost 40 years, through market changes and technological progress, we've maintained our focus on providing exceptional client service. FactSet's world-class service is built on our employees' ability to engage our clients through proactive consultation on FactSet's sophisticated product offerings.


FactSet is an inclusive community unified by the spirit of going above and beyond. Our ethos is to embrace diversity, and that our best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time. We continuously look ahead to advance the future and technology of our industry, by rolling up our sleeves to solve tough problems together, and by learning from our successes, as well as our failures.

The FactSet MESH program brings together different ideas, backgrounds and people with a common interest in the Financial Technology (Fintech) industry.

We are looking for talented, hard-working and out-of-the-box thinkers who are interested in learning more about what it is like to be a Software Engineer in the Fintech industry. The FactSet Mesh program provides first or second year college students that have an interest in computer science with a hands on experience working with Software Engineering teams while participating in professional development and networking opportunities.


The paid externship is set to run from May 11, 2026 - May 22, 2026 in our Norwalk, CT office.


During this 2-week externship, you will:


Attend trainings on a variety of technologies Participate in professional development workshops focused on effective communication, presentation skills, resume writing, networking and mock interviewing Build your networking skills by connecting with FactSetters across various teams Enhance you collaboration skills by competing in a coding challenge with fellow externs and FactSet Engineers Network with diverse FactSet professionals and members of our Black, Latinx, Pride, and Women's Employee Resource Groups Meet members of FactSet's Executive Team to learn about their different leadership journeys Learn about FactSet's industry, core products, who our clients are, and various teams within our Engineering organization
Upon successful completion of the program, externs graduating in May of 2028 will be eligible to receive an offer for our 12-week Software Engineering Internship program held in the summer of 2027.

Minimum Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a BS in Computer Science (or equivalent) Undergraduates graduating between December 2027 - May 2028 Experience and/or interested in learning Full Stack Web Development, C++, C# or other OOP language Excited about problem solving Ability to work independently while also being a great team-player Positive, can-do attitude FactSet's Internship programs are not eligible for immigration sponsorship
FactSet encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.


At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.


The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Company Overview:

FactSet ( NYSE:FDS | NASDAQ:FDS ) helps the financial community to see more, think bigger, and work better. Our digital platform and enterprise solutions deliver financial data, analytics, and open technology to more than 8,200 global clients, including over 200,000 individual users. Clients across the buy-side and sell-side, as well as wealth managers, private equity firms, and corporations, achieve more every day with our comprehensive and connected content, flexible next-generation workflow solutions, and client-centric specialized support. As a member of the S&P 500, we are committed to sustainable growth and have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in 2023 by Glassdoor as a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award winner. Learn more at www.factset.com and follow us on X and LinkedIn .


At FactSet, we celebrate difference of thought, experience, and perspective. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. FactSet participates in E-Verify