Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Program for Upcoming Graduates (2027 – UK)
Job Summary
Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Program for Upcoming Graduates (2026 UK)
Weretraining the next generation of Point72 investors
The Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Program for Upcoming Graduates is a paid ten-month training program designed to introduce you to the buy-side and prepare you for a potential career as an analyst at Point72.
Were looking for current students graduating between December 2026 and July 2027 to join our 2027 classes.
- After successfully completing the programyoullhave the opportunity to join a network of more than 230 Point72 Academy graduates who we have placed at our firm as of March 2026. If you are successfully placed as an analyst you will have access to mentorship and professional development resources that can help you progress your career for years to come.
Whatyoulldo
Join us to learn the fundamental research and analysis skills needed to becomeaninvestmentanalyst at Point72applyingyour intellectual curiosity in a role that prizes creativity autonomy and analytical rigor. The program begins with eight months of formal training followed by two months of rotations with investment teams or similar roles on our platform. Best of all upon successfulcompletion you may have the chance to join an investing team as a full-time analyst.
- Develop sophisticated company analysis and modeling skillswith guidancefrom our Academy faculty investment professionals and professors from some of the worlds leading universities.
- Learn statistics accounting financial modeling data analysis coding and more.
- Apply the skillsyouvedeveloped to real-life situations as you rotate with up to three investing teams.
- Work closely withour investment professionals gaining firsthand experience and mentorshipthroughoutyour rotations.
Upon Successful Graduation: The Analyst Role
You may have the opportunity to become an equity research analyst at Point72 whereyoullapply your financial acumen and curiosity to help shape your teams investment strategies as you:
- Build and refinesophisticated financial models to help you understand the businesses you cover and how they are changing
- Perform company channel checks; attend industry events; build relationships with industry contacts sell-side analysts and research associates; analyze data setsto develop investment theses
- Constantly develop your skills through coaching from your Portfolio Manager and by using the full breadth of the Professional Development resources available to you
- Conduct yourself with the highest levels of professionalism integrity ethics and excellence
Who Were Looking For
- We welcome students from all academic disciplines. Your field of study or major is not a determining factor; we seek individuals who cancollaborateeffectively exhibit integritypossessintellectual curiositydemonstrateleadership potential and express a keen interest in the financial markets.
- Students should havea highenthusiasm for the financial services industry. Interest in analyzing companies and looking at stocks is recommended given the project-based nature of this program.
- Candidates with excellent communication skills (verbal and written) anda high degreeof self-motivation.
We want you to apply if you are:
- A current student who will graduate from university between December 2026 and July 2027.
- Fascinated by research and problem-solving relentlessly curious and constantly expanding your horizons.
- Committed to continued success in your academic and professional career with the highest levels of professionalism integrity and excellence.
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
- Highly self-driven and motivated to explore a career in finance.
What to expect:
- Your online application essaysand resume will serve as an introduction to who you are as a we will begin reviewing your profile.
- Selected candidateswillreceivean email invitation toparticipatein a case study allowing you toshowcaseyour experiences anddemonstrateyour business acumen.
- Following submission and review of your case study the next stepis a series ofvirtual one-on-one interviews with various members of the Academy team if selected.
About Point72
Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. onmore 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 andretainthe industrys brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our peoples long-term growth.
Werea firm that thrives on ideas andwevefound that the Point72 Academy has provided us with diverse viewpoints and perspectives. We can offer support in Academy Associates growth and development as analysts and portfolio managers.
Dontmiss this opportunity to kickstart your career in the world of investing with Point72 Academy.
Please note that any use of GenAI isstrictly prohibitedwhen completing this application.
Required Experience:
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About Company
We invest in Discretionary Long/Short, Macro, and Systematic strategies. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. Join our team to innovate, experiment, and be the best at what you do.