Machine Learning Researcher - Intern
Company: Point72
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION Researchers are responsible for applying,
adapting, and extending existing results in the broad field of
machine learning, while also conducting novel research as required.
We are interested in all aspects of ML including: predictive
modelling, clustering, time series analysis, natural language
processing, and computer vision. Successful researchers manage all
aspects of the research process including methodology selection,
data collection and analysis, implementation and testing,
prototyping, and performance evaluation. Some successful
researchers have joined us from similar backgrounds at other firms.
Others have joined from related fields or directly from academia
and have thrived with hands on guidance from our large team of
experienced portfolio managers and researchers. Our most
exceptional team members combine strong technical skills and a
passion for problem solving with an intense curiosity about
financial markets and human behavior. DESIRABLE CANDIDATES Students
enrolled in a PhD program in machine learning, computer science,
statistics, or a related field. Superb analytical and quantitative
skills, along with a healthy streak of creativity. Demonstrated
ability to conduct independent research utilizing large data sets.
Passion for seeing research through from initial conception to
eventual application. Curiosity about financial markets Strong
scientific programming in Python, R or Matlab. Empirical,
detail-oriented mindset. Sense of ownership of his/her work,
working well both independently and within a small collaborative
team. We’re looking for exceptional colleagues with unparalleled
passion. If you’d like your resume to stand out, tell us about your
exceptional personal achievements, even if they have nothing to do
with finance. Of course we love to hear more about specific
engineering or data projects that you’ve worked outside of school,
or as part of your curriculum. If you’re proud of the work you did
we want to hear about it. In addition to exceptional statisticians
and engineers, we work with talented musicians, writers,
mathematicians, and founders of non-profits; we’d love to learn
more about what excites you.
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