What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2027 Summer Internship – Software Engineer position at Point72?
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 program, you will gain exposure to:
- Developing and enhancing software applications that support asset management functions, including trading systems, research platforms, and data analysis tools
- Code reviews, maintaining existing codebases, and ensuring software scalability and integrity
- Technologies and methodologies like AI, machine learning, big data, and cloud computing to solve complex problems
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure technology solutions align with business goals and processes
- Documenting and presenting design decisions, code, and functionalities to team members and stakeholders
- Interacting with senior-level professionals
- 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:
- 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 every day
- Gain exposure to groups and functions with unique responsibilities and perspectives on our industry
- Develop technical, writing, and presentation skills
- Participate in networking opportunities across the firm, with groups such as Trading, Finance, Trade Support, Compliance, and Market Intelligence
What’s Required
- Bachelor’s degree expected between Fall 2027 and Spring 2028
- Strong programming skills in one or more of the following languages: Python, Java, C++, or similar
- Familiarity with software development methodologies and tools (e.g., Git, JIRA)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical, writing, verbal communication, and technical skills
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of the team
- Ability and willingness to conduct yourself with professionalism and integrity at all times
- 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/.
The annual base salary is $130,000 (USD), which will be prorated based on internship start and end date; this does not include overtime compensation. 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.
Salary : $130,000