About the Team
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 developer interns for Winter 2027 (January to April). Our interns will work closely with our team, receive comprehensive, in-depth training, and help develop novel signals that may have a real impact.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Build and enhance reliable, low-latency Java components such as messaging handlers and market data parsers within our equities trading platform
- Design and implement new features to support trade execution workflows and help translate research signals into production trading logic
- Optimize high-throughput data ETL pipelines, persistent and in-memory caches, and SQL databases to support real-time market data processing
- Write robust unit and integration tests and automate testing to ensure system correctness under live market conditions
- Improve research and trading tools and infrastructure, including monitoring, logging, and alerting for production systems
- Participate in comprehensive, in-depth training and mentorship to deepen understanding of production trading systems and systematic strategies
- Take ownership of projects from design to deployment, working both independently and as part of a small, fast-growing team to build solutions that can have real impact
WHAT'S REQUIRED
- Undergraduate or higher degree in computer science, machine learning, or another quantitative discipline, or current enrollment in a related undergraduate or graduate program
- Strong programming experience in Java with production-level coding quality and object-oriented design skills
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly Docker
- Experience working in Unix environments and proficiency with shell scripting
- Knowledge of version control using Git and experience with continuous integration and delivery tools and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
- Ability to take ownership of projects, work independently, and collaborate effectively within a small team
- Availability to work fulltime onsite in New York from January to April 2027
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
ABOUT POINT72
Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry's brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people's long-term growth. For more information, visit https://point72.com/.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate or higher degree in computer science, machine learning, or another quantitative discipline, or current enrollment in a related program
- Strong programming experience in Java with production-level coding quality and object-oriented design skills
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly Docker
- Experience working in Unix environments and proficiency with shell scripting
- Knowledge of version control using Git and experience with continuous integration and delivery tools and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
- Ability to take ownership of projects, work independently, and collaborate effectively within a small team
- Availability to work fulltime onsite in New York from January to April 2027
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
Point72 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Point72 and has not been reviewed or approved by Point72.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as exceptional with comprehensive options and low out-of-pocket costs. Medical, dental, and vision are characterized as fully covered or no-premium for U.S. employees.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program features a generous employer match and access to after-tax contributions with in-plan Roth conversions. Value accrues through a multi-year vesting schedule that rewards tenure.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family leave is highlighted as generous and has strengthened over time. Clear primary and secondary caregiver policies are in place and seen as competitive.
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What We Do
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. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.
