A Career with Point72’s Technology Team
As Point72 reimagines the future of investing, our Technology team is constantly improving our company’s IT infrastructure, positioning us at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. We’re a team of experts experimenting, discovering new ways to harness the power of open-source solutions, and embracing enterprise agile methodology. We encourage professional development to ensure you bring innovative ideas to our products while satisfying your own intellectual curiosity.
About the Software Engineer Internship
The Software Engineer Internship at Point72 provides individuals interested in pursuing a career in Technology at an investment firm with a valuable, hands-on experience. During the 10-week program, you will gain exposure to:
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Developing and enhancing software applications that support asset management functions, including trading systems, research platforms, and data analysis tools
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Code reviews, maintaining existing codebases, and ensuring software scalability and integrity
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Technologies and methodologies like AI, machine learning, big data, and cloud computing to solve complex problems
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Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure technology solutions align with business goals and processes
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Documenting and presenting design decisions, code, and functionalities to team members and stakeholders
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Interacting with senior-level professionals
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The fast-paced, competitive hedge fund world and industry best practices
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:
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Work alongside your fellow interns and be mentored by experienced professionals
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Meet your peers through designated intern programming, volunteer opportunities, and social events
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Attend sessions with senior leaders discussing their expertise and career paths
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Get hands on access to the wealth of tools and resources that Point72 employees use every day
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Gain exposure to groups and functions with unique responsibilities and perspectives on our industry
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Develop technical, writing, and presentation skills
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Participate in networking opportunities across the firm, with groups such as Trading, Finance, Trade Support, Compliance, and Market Intelligence
What’s required
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Expected Bachelor’s degree between Fall 2025 and Spring 2026
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Strong programming skills in one or more of the following languages: Python, Java, C++, or similar
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Familiarity with software development methodologies and tools (e.g., Git, JIRA)
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Strong attention to detail
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Strong analytical, writing, verbal communication, and technical skills
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Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of the team
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Ability and willingness to conduct yourself with professionalism and integrity at all times
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Commitment to the highest ethical standards
About Point72
Point72 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.
The annual base salary for this role is $125,000 which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.
