2026 Summer Internship - Human Capital

Point72

Posted 3 days ago

Internship

Stamford, Connecticut

In Person

Smart Summary

Interns will gain exposure to day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding, benefits administration, training support, and managing employment verification requests. Responsibilities also involve HR reporting, process improvement initiatives, and coordinating recruiting and interview scheduling.

Point72's Human Capital internship requires candidates pursuing a bachelor's degree with an expected graduation between Winter 2026 and Summer 2027. Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. This internship offers exposure to HR operations, recruiting, and project work, ideal for those interested in a Human Resources career.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Administrative Tasks

Human Resources

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Attention To Detail

Task Management

Deadline Management

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Intellectual Curiosity

Collaboration

Ethical Standards

Reporting

Process Improvement

Job Description

A CAREER WITH POINT72’S HUMAN CAPITAL TEAM

As an HR Team, our mission is to be trusted business partners and advisors within the Point72 community, committed to driving a distinctive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and adaptive performance. We are a group of professionals who prioritize business context while listening to all sides, across teams and levels, with empathy. We strive to be commercial and innovative, focused on deeply understand the nuances of global and business unit dynamics and seeking unconventional ways of approaching our relationships with our people.

ABOUT THE HUMAN CAPITAL INTERNSHIP
If you are interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources, this 10-week summer internship will provide you a valuable experience at a complex global firm. During your time with us, you will gain exposure to:

  • Day-to-day HR operations including onboarding, employee records, and benefits administration
  • Core tasks such as training event support, employment verification requests, and managing calendar logistics
  • HR reporting and project work, including documentation and process improvement initiatives
  • Recruiting and interview coordination, including scheduling and candidate communication
  • Compliance and privacy best practices for handling confidential information

SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AT POINT72

In addition to the learning and development you'll receive in your day-to-day role with your team, as a part of our summer internship program you will:

  • Work alongside your fellow interns and be mentored by experienced professionals
  • Meet your peers through designated intern programming, volunteer opportunities, and social events
  • Attend sessions with senior leaders discussing their expertise and career paths
  • Get hands-on access to best-in-class tools and resources
  • Gain exposure to groups and functions with unique responsibilities and perspectives on our industry
  • Develop technical, writing, and presentation skills

WHAT'S REQUIRED

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date between winter 2026 --summer 2027
  • Ability to work on-site in New York or Stamford, CT
  • Demonstrated experience with administrative tasks or coursework in human resources, business, or a related field
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Intellectual curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and eagerness to learn and contribute
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards

ABOUT POINT72

Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry's brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people's long-term growth. For more information, visit https://point72.com/.

The annual base salary is $75,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

Point72

Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry’s brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people’s long-term growth.

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