Overview
As a Summer Analyst on Susquehanna's Equity Research team, you will be partnered with our senior analysts and traders to assist in identifying investment opportunities in the equity and options markets. You will learn to perform in-depth company analysis around future catalyst events and provide real-time opinions on breaking news throughout the trading day. You will gain experience in the financial markets by tracking company news and events, assisting with valuation work or other event-driven projects.
Our ten week summer internship program introduces you to our unique approach to research through a combination of work on a trading desk and classroom study in options theory basics. Summer Equity Analysts are placed on a sector-focused team and work directly on the trading floor. The ten week summer program serves as our primary source for hiring full-time Equity Analysts.
At Susquehanna, we place a high value on education and development. You will experience this dedication to training firsthand as you work collaboratively with the research analysts and traders on your desk to learn how our analyst opinions impact trading decisions and gain the practical exposure needed to perform your daily responsibilities. You will also participate in classroom education where you will learn about options and the decision-making strategies that our traders employ. This role provides the unique opportunity to combine the quantitative aspects of finance with creative problem solving in order to develop trade ideas in a fast-paced proprietary trading environment.
What we’re looking for
- Intention to graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree within one year of the internship program
- Strong written, analytical, and financial research skills
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Demonstrated interest in the financial markets
- Prior exposure to fundamental company research preferred
- Familiarity with a trading environment and derivative products preferred
- Must be a self-starter, a quick learner, an effective communicator, and resourceful in solving problems
- Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future
Susquehanna Perks:
- Housing provided for duration of internship
- Relaxed dress code: jeans and sneakers are the norm, shorts all summer long
- Food, beverages, and snacks available all day
- Discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions
- Social events including a poker tournament, dinners, sporting events and other outings in NYC
Summer Equity Analysts will receive an annual base compensation of $175,000, prorated for the time worked at Susquehanna. In addition to a signing bonus, Summer Analysts will also receive company-paid housing, breakfast and lunch, and other perks.
Susquehanna does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or search firms. Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will become the property of Susquehanna and no fee will be paid.