Hedge Fund recruiting
Point72 careers: how to get in
Point72 appears in Paperclip’s hedge fund network. 273 verified Point72 professionals are in the Paperclip network, and Paperclip can email the ones who fit for you, from your own inbox, alumni from your school first. These counts describe Paperclip coverage, not current vacancies or hiring outcomes.
Who from your school works at Point72?
Look up your school to see its alumni at Point72 and the other top firms. Add your class year to get the dates they open for your class, plus a first email to send an alum. Free, no account.
Look up your schoolParent? Look up your kid's schoolPoint72 dates the firm has published
Every row below comes from Point72’s own page or a university career-center listing, last checked on November 10, 2026. Status is computed from the dates at build time. Firms change portals without notice, so open the source before acting on a date.
| Program | Who | When | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Academy Spring Insight Programme (UK) Five-day in-person investing and work-shadowing program in London | First-years and sophomores | Early April 2027, exact days not published Applications close November 15, 2026, 11:59 pm UTC | Open | Point72: 2027 Academy Spring Insight Programme UK (Greenhouse) |
- 2027 Academy Spring Insight Programme (UK). The live employer application retains the early April 2027 London program and November 15, 2026 deadline at 11:59 pm UTC for eligible UK and EU students. Checked November 10, 2026.
All firms on one page: the deadlines tracker and the freshman and sophomore programs guide.
Point72 summer internships for 2027 and 2028
Undergraduate summer programs Point72 lists on its own careers site or application portal, checked October 21, 2026. Banking, markets, advisory, research, investing and consulting programs only.
| Program | Summer | Status | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Summer Internship - Fundamental Researcher, Canvas New York, NY | Summer 2027 | Open | Not stated |
| 2027 Summer Internship - Sector Analyst, Proprietary Research New York, NY | Summer 2027 | Open | Not stated |
| 2028 Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Summer Internship Program - US | Summer 2028 | Open | Not stated |
How to apply to Point72
Start on Point72’s student careers page. Applications go through Greenhouse.
- Apply
- Assessment
- Virtual one-on-one interviews
- Online assessment. Assessment; the US Academy posting does not name a vendor.
- From Point72. These verified steps apply specifically to the US 2028 Point72 Academy internship, not every Point72 role.
Checked October 21, 2026 on Point72’s careers page. Steps can change by program and office, so check the posting you apply to.
Schools represented in the Paperclip network
A shared school can provide a starting point for a conversation. These are the schools most represented among Point72 professionals in the network. If you go to one of them, consider asking those alumni about their experience. These counts are not placement rates or a complete employer roster.
The hedge fund recruiting timeline
Hedge fund roles differ across research, trading, engineering, and other functions. Choose the work and strategy you want to explore before planning outreach.
- Check the employer site for campus programs and individual vacancies.
- Read the role’s technical requirements and eligibility criteria.
- Use the stated application deadline; do not assume another fund follows the same schedule.
How to actually get in
Prepare to discuss your interests and relevant projects. Ask about the person’s role and learning process without requesting confidential positions or trading information.
Most Point72 people in the network hold roles like Hedge Fund Analyst, Portfolio Manager, Quantitative Researcher. The best first notes go to people who share your school or path, with a short, specific ask for fifteen minutes. Paperclip picks those people for you.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Point72 summer internship open?
As of October 21, 2026, Point72 lists these programs as open: 2027 Summer Internship - Fundamental Researcher, Canvas; 2027 Summer Internship - Sector Analyst, Proprietary Research; 2028 Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Summer Internship Program - US. Check the posting for the current status.
How do I apply to Point72?
Apply on Point72’s careers site (https://boards.greenhouse.io/embed/job_app?for=point72&token=8876354002). The steps Point72 lists are: Apply; Assessment; Virtual one-on-one interviews. Assessment: Assessment; the US Academy posting does not name a vendor.
How many Point72 employees can I reach through Paperclip?
273 verified Point72 professionals are in the Paperclip network. You do not search them yourself: pick your targets and Paperclip emails the ones who fit.
Can Paperclip reach out to Point72 professionals for me?
Yes. With Paperclip Concierge ($149 a month, 10 students per school) you pick industries, firm sizes and cities and add your resume. Paperclip then emails analysts and associates who fit, including Point72 when it matches your targets, from your own inbox every weekday, alumni from your school first, with two follow-ups that stop when someone replies. Emails are spaced out so no firm hears from you too often.
When should I start recruiting for Point72?
Check the employer site for campus programs and individual vacancies.
Which schools do Point72 employees come from?
Schools represented in the Paperclip network include Columbia University, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Michigan.
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