Quantitative Research Intern at American… · New York

Summary: American Century Investments is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping clients achieve their financial goals. The Quantitative Research Group is seeking a graduate student intern to enhance research capabilities and contribute to security selection algorithms through analysis of financial datasets. Responsibilities: - Be mentored by a quantitative researcher and interact closely with a dynamic group of quantitative investment professionals - Lead a project aimed at improving our existing investment approach and/or analyze new opportunities - Gain real-world experience by working with a variety of financial datasets Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled Masters students studying Economics, Finance, Statistics, Computer Science, or other related disciplines - Understanding of, and interest in, global capital markets and investing - Coding experience is a must - Ability to communicate technical findings and work within a team environment - Curious and eager to learn about data-driven underpinnings of quantitative investing Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of Python or R is preferred - Experience with large-scale company financial data is strongly preferred Required Skills: Quantitative Research, Investing, Financial Data Analysis, Python, R, Global Capital Markets, Coding, Curiosity Benefits: 401k eligibility for contributions, Mentor Program: a designated mentor will be assigned to you during your time with us to provide career coaching and mentorship, Access to Business Resource Groups that you can ally and participate with (Accelerate, Charlie Mike, Emerging Professionals, Enable, Pride, Mosaic), Casual dress code - you can be comfortable and express your unique self, A robust social and philanthropic calendar of events hosted just for interns!