D. E. Shaw
Strategy and Business Development MBA Summer Associate (New York) – Summer 2027
New York, NY · Internship · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- Two to five years is preferred; candidates from other backgrounds are also welcome.
- Education
- Currently pursuing a full-time MBA or similar graduate program.
About the job
A ten-week summer associate role evaluating strategic business questions, conducting research and analysis, and advancing firmwide initiatives across D. E. Shaw’s Communications, COO, Corporate Development, or Investor Relations groups.
What you'll do
- Evaluate business and investment opportunities through quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, and develop recommendations.
- Lead collaborative projects supporting the firm’s long-term direction, growth, and operations, including initiatives such as opening a new office or applying generative AI.
- Partner on communications to strengthen the firm’s external profile.
What they ask for
- Currently enrolled in a full-time MBA or similar graduate program.
- Proven record of academic and professional achievement.
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, data literacy, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, take ownership and initiative, collaborate with stakeholders, and act on feedback.
Nice to have
- Two to five years of professional experience in consulting, corporate strategy, communications, sales, marketing, strategy and operations, or financial services/business; candidates from public policy, academia, engineering, or other industries are also welcome.
Pay
$19,000 monthly base salary
AI focus
May contribute to firmwide initiatives involving the application of generative AI.
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