2027 Quantitative Masters Internship Program Investments Quantitative Investing San Francisco
San Francisco, CA - USA
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About this role
Quantitative Masters Internship Program
This program mirrors the MBA Internship but is tailored for masters students in quantitative disciplines giving you the same exposure and impact with a focus on advanced analytics and problem-solving.
Eligibility: Students enrolled in analytics computational finance financial engineering mathematics and/or a quantitative-disciplined masters program and graduating between September 2027 and July 2028 with relevant pre-masters work experience
We are looking for the next generation of quantitative investors. We offer a range of opportunities spanning quantitative research portfolio management product strategy and investment technology.
BlackRock Systematic is one of the largest quantitative investment managers in the world with over $200bn in assets under management and 35 years of systematic investing experience. We manage hedge funds long-only active products and outcome-focused portfolios across a wide range of asset classes geographies and time horizons.
We are constantly evolving to sustain our leadership position in quantitative investing searching to unlock new opportunities presented by emerging technologies in machine learning and artificial intelligence paired with big(ger) data. We are a pioneer in sustainable investing a leader in cutting-edge quantitative techniques and passionate about delivering creative investment solutions for our diverse client base.
Our team spans 200 professionals from an array of professional academic and cultural backgrounds speaks 25 different languages and collaborates across our San Francisco New York and London offices. The teams curiosity diversity and ingenuity drive innovation and insight with the goal of delivering investment returns for clients.
Teams you may be considered for:
Factors Sustainability and Solutions (FS2)
FS2 combines the research and investment expertise across the BlackRock Systematic Investment platform to drive product innovation product research and client engagement. Products and client solutions range from systematic return-seeking to factor-based sustainability and outcome-oriented spanning all asset classes. We constantly identify new product opportunities and develop unique investment models to best serve our clients.
Systematic Active Equity
A pioneering quantitative investment team comprised of industry leaders that applies powerful machine learning techniques to active equity investment strategies. We apply data such as todays trading activity internet searches next years economic forecasts and long-term demographic trends to construct optimal high-breadth portfolios across global public equity markets. We partner with top academics to ensure our research techniques are at the forefront of machine learning and artificial intelligence. We constantly look for ways to improve our processes and generate more alpha for our clients.
Systematic Fixed Income
A global multi-asset investment team that combines financial theory econometrics market sentiment and groundbreaking statistical techniques to generate alpha across sovereign corporate and securitized debt instruments. We build and deploy quantitative models which pick up on market trends and capitalize on relative value opportunities across geographies sectors and time horizons. The team continuously adapts our investment platform and model suite to a constantly evolving investment landscape.
This function is known for:
Collaborative innovative and inquisitive culture we strive to solve the most complicated problems in investing
Breadth of opportunity set we invest globally across multiple asset classes including equities fixed income commodities currencies and private investments
Varied perspectives as a core competitive advantage our team is comprised of a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds represents dozens of nationalities and speaks 25 different languages
Multidisciplinary ecosystem research portfolio management technology and strategy collaborate seamlessly to deliver the best outcomes for our clients
Client focus our clients are our partners and we are deeply invested in their well-being and success.
Sustainability our approach to sustainability is rooted in our fiduciary duty to our clients providing choice backed by research data and analytics to produce the best risk-adjusted returns within client mandates
What capabilities are we looking for
Passion for quantitative investing
Strong technical problem-solving skills
Ability to write efficient effective computer code (Python)
Experience with translating statistical models and algorithms into code
Comfort in working with large datasets
Inquisitive nature desire to learn and critical thinking
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Curiosity critical thinking learning agility and sound judgement in technology-enabled decision making coupled with an enthusiasm for AI emerging technologies and continuous innovation
Your learning and development will include:
Contributing to the functions knowledge base by working on investment or client-related projects
Joining daily market-related updates learning about how our portfolios trade and react to market events
Collaborating across multiple business functions to learn the research and product life cycles and our strategies for continued growth
Developing an understanding of capital markets return drivers and economic theory
Learning about our clients and their investment strategies; assisting in guiding investors toward achieving their unique investment goals by applying our technology and tools
Being part of an innovative dynamic diverse team culture and learning from some of the best minds in the business
For San Francisco CA and New York NY only: The salary ranges for these positions are below. Please note salary rates for a role are determined by department or team within a Business Area as well as location of the role.
Salary Range (Semi-Monthly Rate)
Investment: $6500 $8500
Our benefits
To help you stay energized engaged and inspired we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan tuition reimbursement comprehensive healthcare support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRocks hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock AI has long been part of how we work enhancing decision-making improving operations and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn prepare and work more effectively; but during our interview process we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences thinking and judgment. To support you weve provided guidanceon when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients and the people they serve are saving for retirement paying for their childrens educations buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment the one we make in our employees. Its why were dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed valued and supported with networks benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
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