Quantitative Researcher Intern
Company: Point72
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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.
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