Fundamental Research Analyst Intern (New York) – Summer 2025

Overview

The D. E. Shaw group seeks talented individuals with unique perspectives to join us as fundamental research analyst interns. Research analysts are vital to the firm’s fundamental investing groups. Analyst interns may have a passion for investing, but they may also be newcomers to the field and interested in solving complex, multifaceted problems. This role offers the opportunity to work in an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging working environment. This is a ten-week program that will take place in New York and is expected to run from June to August 2025.

What You'll Do Day-to-day

You’ll research, analyze, and perform due diligence on specific companies or industries to help the group assess potential investments. You’ll be tasked with analyzing data from a variety of sources, reading company reports, and staying up to date on current news and trends.

Who We're Looking For

• Candidates with keen critical thinking skills who have a demonstrated interest in financial markets, researching companies, and analyzing stocks (e.g., through involvement with investing or finance clubs/internships, economic research experience, or stock pitch or other academic competitions) will excel in this role.
• Applicants should have exceptional attention to detail and be able to analyze new investment ideas while also contributing ideas of their own.
• We welcome applicants currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program or graduate degree program across all fields of study. No previous finance experience is necessary. Students who apply to this internship are usually approaching their final year of full-time study.
• The position offers a monthly base salary of $15,000, overtime pay, a sign-on bonus of $10,000, travel coverage to and from the internship, and choice of furnished summer housing or a $10,000 housing allowance. It also includes a $3,300 stipend for self-study materials and a $4,000 stipend for personal technology equipment. If you have any questions about the compensation, please ask one of our recruiters.