FAQs
What is the duration of the internship program?
The internship program is 10 weeks long.
What types of projects will interns work on?
Interns will be assigned projects that are both educational and provide value to the business, culminating in a presentation to the senior leadership team at the end of the program.
Are there any educational sessions included in the program?
Yes, interns will attend educational sessions hosted by senior leadership throughout the program.
What qualifications are desirable for candidates applying for this internship?
Ideal candidates should be pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree in Financial Engineering, have an interest in financial markets, experience in writing Python code, strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with machine learning.
How important is experience with Python for this internship?
Experience in writing Python code is important, especially with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, sklearn, dash, plotly, flask, and Django.
Will there be any team-building activities?
Yes, the program will host team-building exercises and encourage relationship building among participants.
Is there a closing event at the end of the internship?
Yes, there will be a send-off lunch to close out the program and thank interns for their hard work.
Does Capstone promote diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices?
Yes, Capstone is committed to creating an inclusive environment and considers applications without regard to various protected characteristics.