About the work from home job/internship
We are seeking highly motivated research associates to conduct a comprehensive study on US stock market trading, with a focus on options trading and option income strategies. This internship is an excellent opportunity for students with strong mathematical and statistical skills to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting and gain valuable experience in financial engineering and research. As a research associate, you will work closely with our principals to collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets, develop predictive models, and create data visualizations to support our research goals.
Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include:
1. Execute stock and options trades based on developed strategies, ensuring precise implementation and adherence to research protocols
2. Analyze the performance of executed trades, utilizing statistical and quantitative methods to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
3. Develop and rigorously test hypotheses related to stock and options trading strategies, employing robust experimental designs and analytical techniques
4. Design, implement, and refine sophisticated financial models focused on option income trading and other advanced strategies
5. Handle large and complex datasets, ensuring data integrity and leveraging advanced analytics to uncover meaningful patterns and trends
6. Collaborate with team members to develop innovative research methodologies, driving forward-thinking experiments and studies
7. Prepare detailed reports and high-impact presentations that communicate research findings, insights, and strategic recommendations to stakeholders
Skill(s) required
Data Analysis
Financial Modeling
MS-Excel
Research and Analytics
Earn certifications in these skills
Who can apply
Only those candidates can apply who:
1. are available for the work from home job/internship
2. can work from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Indian Standard Time (as the company is based outside of India & their local work timings are 10:30 am - 2:30 pm Singapore Time)
3. can start the work from home job/internship between 4th Feb'25 and 11th Mar'25
4. are available for duration of 6 months
5. have relevant skills and interests
Other requirements
1. Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, quantitative finance, or a related quantitative field at a top-tier University
2. Exceptional mathematical and statistical skills
3. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, MATLAB, or similar
4. Experience with data analysis and statistical software, such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
Perks
Certificate
Letter of recommendation
Flexible work hours
5 days a week
Number of openings
3
About Bluebox (Singapore, Singapore)
We are a Singapore-headquartered cross-border advisory firm that has been focusing on SMEs and startups since 1981. Our business verticals include corporate services, strategy, management consulting, ventures, investment banking, and capital markets advice. We are a collaboration between investors from Singapore and Silicon Valley, united by a common goal to revolutionize the fintech landscape. Currently, we are conducting an in-depth study on the stock market and options trading within the US markets, and our partnership is laying the foundational thesis for a stealth AI-driven fintech startup.
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Hiring since November 2020
