Quantitative Research Intern - New York

Point72

Sep 26

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Research & Development
Banking & Finance
$120K - $180K
New York City

AI generated summary

The ideal candidate for the Quantitative Research Intern role in New York should have a strong academic background in a quantitative discipline, proficiency in Python, R, or C++, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a passion for financial markets and systematic strategies. They should also be detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of both independent work and teamwork.
The Quantitative Research Intern at Point72 in New York will be responsible for analyzing large data sets, researching and developing portfolio construction methods, developing performance analytics, evaluating alpha decay characteristics, and contributing to research and production platforms.

Requirements

Masters or PhD candidates in finance, computer science, mathematics, operations research, physics, or other quantitative discipline
Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Detail-oriented
Proficient in Python, R, or C++
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, willing to proactively engage other team members in helping to foster a highly collaborative team-oriented research environment
Demonstrated interest in financial markets and systematic strategies
Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team

Responsibilities

Analyze large data sets to identify features and relationships to develop predictive return signals
Research and develop alternative portfolio construction methods and tools that can enhance portfolio returns
Develop performance and attribution analytics that explain sources of risks and returns in managed portfolios
Evaluate alpha decay characteristics and their impact on optimal execution strategies
Contribute to the development of robust and efficient research and production platforms

Point72

Finance

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

2014

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking.