AQR Arbitrage - 2027 Research Summer Analyst

AQR Arbitrage is an affiliate of AQR Capital Management specializing in the research, development, and management of arbitrage and corporate event strategies. The Arbitrage Research Summer Analyst will support portfolio management through academic research, dataset construction, statistical and economic analysis, and development of portfolio management tools.

What you'll do:

• Learn academic theory related to arbitrage and event-driven strategies
• Construct unique datasets to be used in novel investment strategy research
• Perform statistical and economic analysis to test hypotheses and uncover insights
• Build tools to enhance and streamline portfolio management processes

What they're looking for:

• Strong problem solving, quantitative, and programming skills (Python preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and vigorous attention to detail
• Work ethic and eagerness to learn in a highly intellectual, collaborative environment
• Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and keep track of a variety of deadlines

Benefits:

• Continuous learning
• Highly intellectual, collaborative environment