Summer 2027 - Investment Internship NYC

Capstone Investment Advisors; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Capstone Investment Advisors offers a 10-week Summer Internship designed to provide practical exposure to the firm’s investment activities and working environment. Interns will support an investment pod and work on a defined project addressing a real business need.

Ideal candidates are intellectually curious, analytical, and motivated with a demonstrated interest in financial markets. Exposure may include investment research, market analysis, and automation, with pod placements varying by

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Java for data analysis and quantitative work.
• Strong learning agility and intellectual curiosity for a collaborative environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, accountable approach aligned with firm culture and values.

Responsibilities

• Support an investment pod and complete a defined project.
• Exposure to investment research, market analysis, quantitative methods, and automation.
• Placement and project scope vary by business needs and location.

Skills

Python

Java

Quantitative analysis

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a quantitative discipline

Job description

We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.

Capstone is a global, alternative investment management firm operating across a broad range of derivatives-based strategies with a deep understanding of volatility. With approximately $14.6 billion of AUM and 315 employees (as of September 1, 2026, Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Tokyo, California, Stamford, Boston, and Milan.

At Capstone, we constantly aim to expand our view of how WE SEE THE WORLD DIFFERENTLY in order to create opportunity. Our commitment to provoking the evolution of asset management provides us with a perpetual hunger for knowledge that we believe drives the improvement of our particular approach to investment. We seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.

Overview:

Capstone’s 2027 Summer Internship is a ten-week program designed to provide practical exposure to the firm’s investment activities and working environment. Interns are expected to support an investment pod and complete a defined project intended to provide a meaningful learning experience while addressing a relevant business need.

We are seeking intellectually curious, analytical, and motivated candidates with a demonstrated interest in financial markets and investment management. Interns may gain exposure to investment research, market analysis, quantitative methods, automation and the day-to-day activities of their assigned team. Potential pod placements may include Sovereign Rates Relative Value, Global Equity Volatility, Quantitative Strategies, Convertible Bond Arbitrage, and Equity Capital Markets, among others. Placement, responsibilities, project scope, and exposure will be determined based on business needs, team capacity, and candidate experience and may vary by location and over the course of the program.

Our future colleague has these skills:

• Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in a quantitative discipline, such as Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Java, including the ability to apply programming skills to data analysis, quantitative problem-solving, or similar technical work.
• Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to contribute effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• A professional, accountable approach to work and an ability to collaborate in a manner consistent with the firm’s culture and values.

Do you possess these Bonus Skills:

• Prior internship, academic, or professional experience within financial services, investment management, or a related field is preferred.
• Intellectual curiosity, the openness to share ideas, humility, the highest ethical standards and a desire to excel are a few of the traits that it takes to thrive and be your best self at Capstone.
• To thrive at Capstone, a keen curiosity about technology and artificial intelligence is essential, as we continually drive innovation and enhance our strategic capabilities.

Benefits and Compensation Information:

Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well-being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this.

The applicable hourly range for this role is $29.00 - $40.00/hr USD. The hourly pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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