A CAREER WITH POINT72’S TRADING DEPARTMENT
Point72’s Asia Trading team is comprised of long/short equity and derivatives execution traders who support the firm’s multi-manager platform of investment professionals. If you are interested in pursuing a career in trading at a premier asset management firm, this role will provide you with unparalleled training and experience. We are looking for someone who is highly proficient, articulate, detail-oriented, and eager to be an important part of the financial markets.
ABOUT THE ASIA TRADING INTERNSHIP
If you are interested in pursuing a career in Trading, this 10-week summer internship will provide you with valuable experience at a complex global firm. During the internship, you will support our Asia Trading team and gain exposure to:
• Assisting with booking trades
• Conducting industry- and company -specific research
• Providing market updates, news, and fund flow summaries
• Point72’s ethical decision-making approach
• Monitoring market shifts to inform the rest of the team
• Identifying potential risk areas and working to prevent trade or operational errors
• Monitoring price movement, volume, and trading flows
SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AT POINT72
In addition to the learning and development you’ll receive in your day-to-day role with your team, as a part of our summer internship program you will gain exposure to:
• Working alongside your fellow interns and be mentored by experienced professionals
• Meet peers through designated intern programming, volunteer opportunities, and social events
• Attending sessions with senior leaders discussing their expertise and career paths
• Getting hands on access to the wealth of tools and resources that Point72 employees use every day
• Gaining exposure to groups and functions with unique responsibilities and perspectives on our industry
• Developing technical, writing, and presentation skills
WHAT'S REQUIRED
• Expected to obtain your bachelor or master degree from Dec 2025 to Summer 2026
• Demonstrated academic success as reflected in a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2
• Knowledge of trading trends and products
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A detail-oriented mindset and a desire to learn
• Strong analytical, writing, verbal communication, and technical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of the team
• Willingness to conduct yourself with professionalism and integrity at all times
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards
ABOUT POINT72
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. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here
Deadline for applications is 11:59PM HKT on December 31, 2024
