About the role#
As an Investment Associate Intern, you will join the Alpha Engine department to focus on developing and delivering alpha. You will work on fundamental and systematic investment processes, gaining exposure to how we generate returns in global markets. This internship is designed to mirror the work of our full-time investment team, moving away from busy work to provide a realistic view of life as a macro investor.
What you'll do#
- Form your own macroeconomic and market views.
- Enter positions in actual markets using our in-house Investor Track Record tool.
- Identify important dynamics for investors within specific economies and markets.
- Synthesize your investment views and work with our team to translate core logic into data and mathematical expressions.
- Stress-test your logic through time.
- Participate in an abridged version of our first-year Investment Associate training, covering foundational frameworks, analytical methods, and our technology stack.
What you'll need#
- Current student status with a graduation date in 2028.
- Interest in and ability to apply to the Summer 2027 Investment Internship.
- Eligibility to work in the United States for a minimum of 3 years.
- Backgrounds in Economics, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Political Science, History, or Physics are relevant to our approach.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
- Sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.
About Bridgewater Associates
Bridgewater Associates is an investment management firm that serves institutional investors. It focuses on understanding global markets and economies through research. The company was founded in 1975 and is based in Westport, Connecticut. It employs nearly 1,900 people across offices in the United States, Singapore, and China.
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