2027 Trader Summer Intern (12-week program)

 A Career with Point72’s Trading Team

Point72’s Asia Trading Desk is comprised of long/short equity and derivatives execution traders who support the firm’s multi-manager platform of investment professionals. Trading is important to a wide variety of the firm’s stakeholders including but not limited to investment professional teams, external investors, investment services teams, Risk, and Compliance. 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.

ABOUT THE ASIA TRADING INTERNSHIP

This 12-week summer internship will provide you with valuable experience at a complex global firm. During your time with us, you will gain exposure to: 

• Assisting with booking trades
• Conducting industry and company specific research
• Providing market updates, news, and fund flow summaries
• 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:  

• Work alongside your fellow interns and be mentored by experienced professionals 
• Meet your peers through designated intern programming, volunteer opportunities, and social events 
• Attend sessions with senior leaders discussing their expertise and career paths 
• Get hands-on access to the wealth of tools and resources that Point72 employees use everyday
• Interact with groups and functions with unique responsibilities and perspectives on our industry
• Develop technical, writing, and presentation skills
• Participate in networking opportunities across the firm

WHAT'S REQUIRED

• Currently pursuing a Degree
• Demonstrated academic success as reflected in a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2
• Knowledge of trading trends and products
• Ethical decision-making approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong analytical, writing, verbal communication, and technical skills 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work cooperatively with all levels of the team
• 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/.