Temporary Morningstar Development Program Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Program: At Morningstar, we want people who are smart, creative, hard-working, curious, and passionate about their work. We hire all majors, including liberal arts, as we appreciate the different perspectives they bring to our company.

We built the Morningstar Development Program (MDP) to prepare recent college graduates for successful, long-term careers here at Morningstar.

Throughout this two-year program, you will be placed in a cohort where you’ll receive ongoing career development, networking, mentoring, training opportunities, practicum program opportunities, and exposure to different areas of the business to help you succeed at Morningstar.

Rotational MDP Track: Within our new Rotational MDP track, you will gain exposure to business teams that will immerse you in what it's like to work in different areas by participating in two one-year rotations. Build your skillset and gain experience in areas that help drive Morningstar’s mission! This is ideal for candidates who are open and interested in exploring Morningstar's various business groups.

• Build deep expertise in Morningstar’s data, products, and research
• Directly interact with Morningstar’s clients, including advisors, and individual and institutional investors
• Contribute to ongoing training sessions and stretch projects while developing a strong foundation of knowledge to build on and use in your Morningstar career
• Develop both analytical and communication skills by navigating Morningstar to build a variety of expertise Ability to adapt well to different situations and thrive in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Creativity and good analytical ability

• A bachelor’s degree
• A resume is required to apply

The base salary for the rotational track associate is $71,667.00. This role will be posted until October 5, 2026.

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life.

Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health
• 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
• Stock Ownership Potential
• Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
• Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
• Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Emotional Health Trust-Based Time Off
• 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
• 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave Competitive
• 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave Adoption Assistance
• Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
• Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health
• Charitable Matching Gifts program
• Dollars for Doers volunteer program
• Paid volunteering days 15+
• Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.

Morningstar is a global independent investment research and financial data company.

Here, you'll help uncover what’s hidden, simplify what’s complex, and create insights that empower investor success.

Morningstar is strongly committed to creating and preserving equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We make all employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and other personnel matters—without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, gender identity and expression, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics or conduct.