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Goldman Sachs Summer Internship Frenzy: Wake-Up Call for the Next Generation of Finance Professionals
The financial world is witnessing an unprecedented scramble for elite internship positions, and the recent chaos surrounding 2026 Goldman Sachs summer internship applications serves as a stark reminder of how dramatically the industry landscape has shifted.
Bryan Downing
Aug 206 min read


Quant AI Career Tips: Path to the Top in a World of AI and Fierce Competition
Their discussion transcends a simple interview, evolving into a masterclass for the next generation of quant AI.
Bryan Downing
Jul 1510 min read


Hidden Reality of Quant Finance Recruitment: Inside a Growing Bubble
In the high-stakes world of quantitative recruitement of finance, where mathematical wizards command eye-watering salaries at prestigious hedge funds and trading firms, a parallel industry has emerged: specialized recruitment.
Bryan Downing
Jun 66 min read


Is a masters in finance worth it
Candid relaunch of his podcast, dives headfirst into a contentious issue that resonates deeply within this aspirational community: the true value and potential pitfalls of pursuing a Masters in Finance (MFE) or similar advanced degrees. In essence, is a masters in finance worthy it?
Bryan Downing
Jun 112 min read


Architects of Modern Finance: How Much do Quants Make
hese are the mathematicians, physicists, computer scientists, and engineers who wield sophisticated algorithms and complex models as their tools of the trade. How much do quants make?
Bryan Downing
Apr 3011 min read


Steven Cohen: From Poker Tables to talking Point72 careers
Steven A. Cohen stands out, widely regarded as one of the most formidable traders and hedge fund managers of his generation. As the founder and CEO of Point72 Asset Management, a successor to his original powerhouse SAC Capital Advisors
Bryan Downing
Apr 2912 min read


The 1%: Anatomy of Modern Quant Jobs Recruitment Massacre
The quant jobs recruiter’s 1% acceptance rate isn’t an outlier – it’s the new normal. Jane Street’s 2023 grad program received 12,000 applications for 35 slots (0.29%).
Bryan Downing
Apr 284 min read


How can AI help professionals excel in hedge fund jobs?
The Revolution and the Unprepared AI tip for Hedge Fund Jobs: A Race Against the Algorithm
Bryan Downing
Jan 243 min read


Role of Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives in High-Frequency Trading: Are $800k Jobs Common?
High-frequency trading (HFT) has revolutionized financial markets, employing sophisticated algorithms and ultra-fast technology to execute t
Bryan Downing
Dec 27, 20243 min read


Do Hedge Funds Hire of Software Developers and Engineers?
However, these financial institutions increasingly rely on cutting-edge technology to gain a competitive edge. So, Do Hedge Funds Hire of So
Bryan Downing
Dec 2, 20243 min read
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