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Quantitative Analyst Intern (New York) – Summer 2024

The D. E. Shaw Group
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OVERVIEW: 

The goal of our summer internship program is to expose talented individuals to the projects and environment associated with full-time work in quantitative analysis and software development at the D. E. Shaw group. Interns interact with various trading groups and gain valuable work experience while demonstrating their skills on a variety of real-world projects. Working closely with quants, developers, and other senior staff as mentors, interns can expect an inclusive environment conducive to learning. In addition, numerous social events give interns the opportunity to interact with colleagues and gain insight into the firm as a whole. The program is expected to run from June to August 2024.

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO DAY-TO-DAY:

For quantitative analyst interns, projects include applying sophisticated numerical techniques, writing software to develop and analyze statistical models for our computerized financial trading strategies, and/or researching financial literature to identify new trading ideas and creating simulations to test them.

 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

•  Successful candidates have traditionally been the top students in their respective math, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, and other technical and quantitative programs.

•  The expected monthly base salary for this position is $21,000. Our compensation package includes travel to the internship, overtime for all hours worked over 40 per week, a sign-on bonus, and choice of corporate housing or a summer housing allowance.

Please note that this post is not an application. Please navigate to our website to apply:https://www.deshaw.com/recruit/internships/Oncampus/Handshake

The members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, caregiver status, or any other category protected by law. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are eager to hear from individuals having a wide range of backgrounds and personal characteristics.