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# 2028 Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Summer Internship Program - US at Point72 

- **Company:** Point72 
- **Location:** United States
- **Posted:** 2026-10-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-21
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/point72/jobs/8876354002?gh_jid=8876354002

## Job description

2028 Point72 Academy Summer Internship — U.S.

Are you a student interested in pursuing a career in investing? If you are graduating between December 2028 and July 2029, we invite you to apply for our 8-week summer internship, taking place from June to August 2028.

Launch your investing career in the Point72 Academy, an investment analyst training program designed to prepare you for a potential career on our fundamental equities teams.  Since 2015, the Academy has graduated more than 250 analysts onto our platform as of August 2026; some are portfolio managers today.

The Point72 Academy Summer Internship combines structured training with real investing experience, including hands-on research on our investment teams. You’ll build the core skills used by public-markets investors and experience firsthand what it’s like to work as an Analyst at Point72. The internship can be your starting point into the full-time Point72 Academy Associate Program.

During the internship, you will:

- Build a foundation in company research, financial analysis, and the skills needed to contribute as an investment analyst
- Receive training in accounting, modeling, presenting, and compliance.
- Work directly on an investment team, gaining exposure to researching companies and industries alongside our analysts and portfolio managers
- Learn how investment ideas are developed, debated, and refined in a live market environment
- Receive feedback from Academy coaches as you dive deeper into data analysis and prepare a final investment pitch Explore efficient ways to harness AI in your investment processes and workflows in collaboration with Compliance, Information Security, and the Office of the Co-CIO

## 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.

We’re a firm that thrives on ideas, and we’ve found that the Point72 Academy has provided us with diverse viewpoints and perspectives, and we are able to offer support in their growth and development as analysts and portfolio managers.

Who we’re looking for: We welcome students from all academic disciplines. Your field of study or major is not a determining factor; we're looking for intellectual curiosity, integrity, strong judgment, and an interest in understanding businesses and markets.

We want you to apply if you are:

- A current student who will graduate from university between December 2028 and July 2029.
- Fascinated by research, problem-solving, and analyzing how businesses work across different industries
- A clear communicator who can develop a point of view and explain your thinking
- Committed to continued success in your academic and professional career with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and excellence.
- Committed to the highest ethical standards.
- Highly self-driven and motivated to explore a career in finance.

What to expect:

- Your online application, essays, and resume will serve as an introduction to who you are as a candidate. Once you complete the online application, we will begin reviewing your profile.
- Selected candidates will then receive an email invitation to participate in a case study, allowing you to showcase your experiences and demonstrate your business acumen.
- Following submission and review of your case study, the next step would be an online assessment and virtual one on one interviews with various members of the Academy team, if selected.

There is no set application deadline for this position. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the program is at capacity. We strongly encourage you to apply and fulfill all requirements as soon as you feel ready to begin the hiring process. Please note, you may only submit one application to the Academy internship program globally, so only apply to the region you are most interested in.

Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your career in the world of investing with the Point72 Academy.

The annual base salary is $120,000 - $140,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Please note that any use of GenAI is strictly prohibited when completing this application.

## About Point72 

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen that deploys fundamental equities, systematic, macro, private credit, and venture capital strategies across asset classes and geographies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Registered Investment Advisor, not publicly traded)
- **Headquarters**: Stamford, Connecticut, United States
- **Founded**: 1992 (founded as SAC Capital; rebranded as Point72 Asset Management in 2018)
- **Founders**: Steven A. Cohen

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Alternative investment management / hedge fund
- **Target customers**: Institutional investors, high‑net‑worth individuals (B2B); the firm manages capital on behalf of external investors as well as family capital
- **Mission or purpose statement**: The firm was founded as a place “where talent and ambition meet opportunity,” and it carries that vision forward by empowering people with resources and autonomy to turn great ideas into reality.

## Products & Services
- **Fundamental Equities**: Sector‑aligned, multi‑manager long/short equity investing. The largest strategy by headcount and asset allocation.
- **Cubist Systematic Strategies**: Dozens of discrete teams employing computer‑driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes.
- **Global Macro**: Discretionary investments in developed and emerging markets across fixed income, FX, liquid credit, commodities, and derivatives.
- **Private Credit**: Niche, research‑driven opportunities in asset‑based finance, real estate credit, entrepreneur credit solutions, and investment grade corporate credit.
- **Point72 Ventures**: Global multi‑stage venture capital investing led by a diverse set of domain experts.
- **Point72 Academy**: A training program for undergraduates and early‑career professionals to become fundamental long/short investment analysts.
- **Cubist Quant Academy**: A year‑long rotational program for STEM graduates to launch a career in systematic investing.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (private firm). Approximate AUM: **$50.7 billion** (as of April 1, 2026) – [point72.com](https://point72.com/)
- **Key Metric**: Over **3,300 employees** globally; **200+ investing teams**
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The firm accepts outside capital (raised $5.76B in 2018) but specific lead investors are not publicly named. Notable venture investments are made through Point72 Ventures.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Continued global expansion (offices in 19 cities across North America, Europe, Asia‑Pacific, and the Middle East).
  - New private credit strategy established; firm’s venture capital and growth operations consolidated under Point72 Private Investments.
  - Point72 Academy placed its 100th graduate on L/S teams by 2020; now a key source of diverse talent.
  - Welcomed its 2026 global intern class.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Multi‑manager, multi‑strategy platform**: Autonomy for individual investing teams with access to central resources, research, and technology.
- **Long track record**: 30+ years of investing experience, evolving from <$20M AUM in 1992 to over $50B.
- **Proprietary research ecosystem**: Market Intelligence team applies AI/ML, quantitative, and qualitative techniques; alternative data sets.
- **Talent development**: The Point72 Academy and Cubist Quant Academy provide structured training and internal mobility, making the firm a long‑term career destination.
- **Global footprint**: 24/7 market perspective and ability to source opportunities and talent worldwide.
- **Strong compliance and ethical foundation**: Rebuilt compliance program after rebranding, emphasizing Mission and Values.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expand investment strategies**: growing systematic, macro, private credit, and venture capital alongside the core fundamental equities business.
- **Deepen global presence**: opening new offices and strengthening existing hubs (e.g., Bengaluru, Taipei, Warsaw).
- **Talent pipeline and diversity**: continued investment in the Academy, early‑career programs, and the Office of Inclusion and Engagement.
- **Technology and data innovation**: applying advanced analytics, AI, and technology to investment research and operations.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & structure**: Flat, entrepreneurial organization where junior team members can make an immediate impact. Emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and long‑term development.
- **Work environment**: Premium office spaces with amenities; hybrid/office‑based roles (specific policy varies by role and location). Most roles are based in firm offices.
- **Benefits** (generally include): Exceptional healthcare benefits, generous parental and family leave, supplemental retirement plans with employer match, tuition assistance.
- **Engineering & quant culture**: Cubist offers researchers, developers, and data specialists the chance to work on cutting‑edge problems in financial markets.
- **Growth opportunities**: Internal mobility, leadership development, and a strong track record of promoting from within. The firm invests heavily in learning (Academy, conferences, tuition reimbursement).
- **Community and inclusion**: Affinity groups, volunteer opportunities through Community Matters, and a dedicated Chief Inclusion and Engagement Officer.

## Sources
1. [Point72 Home](https://point72.com/)
2. [Point72 What We Do](https://point72.com/what-we-do/)
3. [Point72 Working Here](https://point72.com/working-here/)
4. [Point72 Students & Early-Career](https://point72.com/students-early-career/)
5. [Point72 Careers](https://careers.point72.com/)
6. [Point72 Fundamental Equities](https://point72.com/fundamental-equities/)
7. [Point72 Global Macro](https://point72.com/global-macro/)
8. [Point72 Cubist](https://point72.com/cubist/)

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