2016 SUMMER TRAINING PROGRAM AT WORLDQUANT

Inviting interested individuals to apply to participate in 2016 Summer Training Program at WorldQuant.

WorldQuant Summer Training Program

Our Summer Training Program is designed to offer a real insight into the quantitative model building space. The virtual training program is a unique learning opportunity within the investment management industry. It is a tailored program that combines virtual training and workshop sessions in developing alphas/trading models.

Your summer training will start with a kick-off webinar session which will cover the training schedule, our expectations, monitoring of progress, logistics and closeout of the training program. You’ll have the opportunity to grow in knowledge, skills and confidence. The program will involve intensive and core work on the WebSim platform which will provide a concentrated and focused learning experience for all participants. If you show real potential and demonstrate exceptional performance during your time with us, you may be offered a Part-Time Research Consultant position with us and an opportunity to earn up to 50,000 INR per month.  

Outstanding Learning Opportunities:

• Training classes / seminars about fundamentals of quantitative finance research, modeling and stock price movement prediction
• Access to our market simulation tool to develop quantitative financial models

§  Analyze various types of financial market data

§  Learn the science of “predictive” quantitative modeling of financial markets

Participation Requirements:

• Hold or working towards Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Finance or any other related field that is highly analytical and quantitative
• 1^st and 2^nd year students will be given preference
• Have a strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets

• Submit applications to your placement team.
• Register for a WebSim account [https://www.worldquantchallenge.com/SummerPrograms/India] If you have already expressed interest through your institution’s placement office, please make sure you sign up for an account using the same email address. Please fill out your academic profile when applying for a new account.
• On WebSim, when prompted, please confirm your interest in being considered for the summer training program.
• Space in the training program is limited, so selection of candidates for the training program will be based on the applicant’s activity in WebSim and academic profile among other things.

Training Program Duration: 8 weeks

Training Program Completion:

• Trainees who attend all scheduled training sessions, complete assignments and build a score on WebSim based on the alphas they submit will receive a completion certificate at the end of the training program.
• We may offer Research Consultant positions to candidates who complete the training successfully. Additionally, one time stipend will be awarded to outstanding performers upon signing the research consultant contract.
• Research Consultant offers are at our sole discretion and are subject to a background check and other applicable eligibility requirements.

To register, http://goo.gl/forms/eDN1oeVdRv and Last date for Applications is : 31^st March, 2016 
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