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Balyasny Asset ManagementNew York City, NY

Quantitative Researcher - Systematic, Multi-Asset Arbitrage (Summer Internship)

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Programme

Internship

Location

New York City, NY

Duration

10 weeks

About the role

BAM offers a 10-week Quantitative Research internship focused on systematic, multi-asset arbitrage and other quantitative strategies. Interns solve real-world problems, collaborate with senior researchers, and enhance investment and trading frameworks.

Internship Focus Areas

  • Systematic Research interns analyze textual data using advanced NLP models for trading signals.
  • Multi-Asset Arbitrage interns build and support quant trading infrastructure and collaborate with portfolio managers.
  • Alpha Capture interns develop alphas using LLM and machine learning to enhance L/S Equity strategies.
  • Quant Risk Management interns improve framework models and analyze portfolio construction and risk exposures.
  • Portfolio Construction interns conduct factor model research and build essential equity factor tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's student graduating between Winter 2027 and Summer 2028 in quantitative fields.
  • Proficient in Python programming.
  • Strong knowledge of probability, statistics, machine learning, and NLP.
  • Experience with large datasets and predictive model building.
  • Prior independent research experience in data-driven environments.
  • Familiarity with language models like BERT, GPT, XLNet is a plus.

Skills and Attributes

  • Outstanding analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical subjects clearly.
  • Pragmatic, can-do attitude towards real-world investment problems.
  • Results-driven mindset and ability to work in ambiguous environments.
  • Collaborative team player.