Boston, MA, US
21 days ago
Alternative Risk Premia Quantitative Internship
Job Description:

Alternative Risk Premia Quantitative Intern

QRI Quantitative Research

The QRI Quantitative Research group provides research and analysis to portfolio managers and other investment professionals in support of our broad range of multi-asset investment solutions. This research is vital in helping portfolio managers to select the most suitable investment options and manage asset class and risk exposures across all investment solutions. Members of the team either work directly within a specific investment team or support all investment teams.

The Position

Fidelity is seeking a Quantitative Intern to join the QRI Alternative Risk Premia division, working as part of the Quantitative Research team. The position will be located in Boston, USA, or such other mutually agreeable location.  As part of the research team, you will help to research and develop a variety of systematic strategies, approaches for strategic and tactical asset allocation, as well as help to refine our tools for risk management and portfolio construction. This work will improve the process used to manage Fidelity’s mutual funds and client accounts and will also aid in the design and launch of new products.  Ideally you will have some multi-asset class investment acumen, strong quantitative, programming and data management skills, and the ability to think analytically, communicate clearly and work collaboratively.

Specific Responsibilities

Partner with portfolio managers and research analysts to conduct needed research for the teamStay abreast of the latest academic and industry developments in premia design and implementationExplain complex quantitative concepts to non-technical people; mentor other quantitative analystsPresent research to key stakeholders

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s, master’s or PhD degree in mathematics, engineering, science, finance, or businessStrong working knowledge of data analytics languages (specifically Python) and data management tools (SQL)Strong interpersonal skills and a real passion for working in a team environmentFamiliarity with both cash and derivative instruments – equities, fixed income, futures, forwards, swaps and options is desirable but not necessaryHighly proactive and self-motivated with the ability to meet objectives independentlyExperience with Bloomberg/FactSet is a plusExperience with conducting financial analysis like back-testing, computing statistical measures is a plus

Values

The following values are considered to be fundamental to the way in which our company operates:

Accountability                 EnthusiasmIntegrityTeamwork                       Respect

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Company Overview

Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients’ money.

Join Us

At Fidelity, you’ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples’ lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don’t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you’ve always imagined.

Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks).

At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document, and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.

We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com.

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