Internship
Quantitative Research Intern
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Point72
201-500 employees
Global asset management specializing in investments
Compensation Overview
$57.69 - $86.54Hourly
New York, NY, USA
- Undergraduate, MS, or PhD candidates in finance, computer science, mathematics, physics, or other quantitative discipline
- Programming in any of the following: C++, Java, C#, MATLAB, R, Python, or Perl
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Demonstrated interest in financial markets and systematic trading
- Clear, concise, and proactive communicator
- Detail-oriented
- Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team
- Pre-process (validate, clean, normalize, reduce dimension) very large data sets for model estimation and event studies
- Identify features and relationships useful for the predictive modeling of market dynamics
Point72 is an asset management firm that focuses on various investment strategies, including discretionary long short equity, systematic investing, and macro investing. The firm identifies investment opportunities across different asset classes and regions to generate returns for its clients. Point72 serves a wide range of clients, such as institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices, and operates in major financial centers around the world. What sets Point72 apart from its competitors is its combination of extensive expertise and a commitment to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles, which guide its investment decisions and community support initiatives. The firm's goal is to achieve superior returns for its clients while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Company Stage
Private
Total Funding
$937.2M
Headquarters
Stamford, Connecticut
Founded
2014
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Point72's focus on AI enhances predictive analytics and decision-making processes.
- Expansion in private markets offers diversification and potential for higher returns.
- Hiring tech-savvy executives boosts Point72's competitive advantage in technology.
What critics are saying
- Competition for talent as former executives join competitors like Galaxy Digital.
- Potential valuation risks with investments like Knowde's lower Series C valuation.
- Regulatory challenges in AI and autonomous tech investments, such as Overland AI.
What makes Point72 unique
- Point72 leverages diverse strategies including discretionary long/short equities and macro investing.
- The firm operates in major financial hubs like New York, London, and Hong Kong.
- Point72 integrates ESG efforts, aligning investment success with social responsibility.
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Benefits
Fully-paid health care benefits
Generous parental and family leave policies
Mental and physical wellness programs
Volunteer opportunities
Non-profit matching gift program
Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community
Tuition assistance
A 401(k) savings program with an employer match and more