D. E. Shaw
Rotational Associates Program
$145K–$200K
New York, NY · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- No previous finance knowledge or experience is required.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in any academic field.
About the job
Rotational associates spend 12 months across three departments, completing investment, research, and operational projects while receiving coaching and mentoring.
What you'll do
- Evaluate investment opportunities and conduct research across teams such as Global Macro and Fundamental Equities.
- Assess business or technology opportunities and make recommendations that affect investing and firm operations.
- Rotate through three departments and build skills through projects, coaching, and mentoring.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in any academic field.
- Interest in finance, a highly analytical mindset, critical thinking, creativity, and willingness to learn.
Pay
$145,000 to $200,000 USD base salary
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