About the role
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
A highly collaborative, fast-growing team, Point72 Internal Alpha Capture (IAC) is developing scalable quantitative equity trading signals that leverage rigorous research, state-of-the-art machine learning methods, a broad range of public and proprietary data sources, and unparalleled computing power.
We are looking for exceptional students to join us as quantitative researcher interns for Fall 2025, Spring 2026 and Summer 2026. Our interns will work closely with our team, receive comprehensive, in-depth training, and help develop novel signals that may have real impact.
You will gain exposure to a variety of activities, which may include:
- Conducting full pipeline signal research, from ideation, via implementation and backtesting, to eventual application.
- Adapting and extending existing results in the broad field of machine learning; conducting novel research as needed to potentially develop new signals that may enhance portfolio returns.
- Analyzing very large data sets to extract features useful for predictive models.
- Providing research assistance to the team.
- Helping improve the team’s research infrastructure.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES
- Masters or PhD candidates in machine learning, computer science, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative disciplines.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research utilizing machine learning over large, possibly noisy, data sets.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, and detail-oriented mindset.
- Proficient in Python or C++, and Linux environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, willing to proactively engage other team members in helping to foster a highly collaborative, team-oriented research environment.
- Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a collaborative team.
- Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
The annual base salary range is $120000.00-$180000.00 (USD). Actual compensation offered to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
Skills & Tags
Aplyr's read
Point72 is a global asset management firm known for its multi-strategy investing and rigorous analyst programs, attracting driven professionals in finance and technology.
What's promising
- •Point72's multi-strategy approach offers diverse investment exposure and learning opportunities.
- •The firm invests heavily in technology, providing cutting-edge tools for employees.
- •Point72 Academy programs are renowned for developing top-tier investment professionals.
What to watch
- •The firm's high-performance culture may lead to intense work pressure.
- •Regulatory scrutiny is a constant concern due to past controversies.
- •Limited public information about work-life balance and employee satisfaction.
Why Point72
- •Point72 manages the personal capital of founder Steven A. Cohen.
- •The firm combines traditional and quantitative strategies in its investment approach.
- •Point72 offers specialized roles in macro technology and quantitative analysis.
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About Point72
Point72 Asset Management is a global asset management firm that manages the capital of its founder, Steven A. Cohen, and certain employees. The firm employs a multi-strategy approach to investing, focusing on long/short equity, macroeconomic trends, and quantitative strategies.
