Summer 2026 Risk Internship at Capstone Investment Advisors

We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.

Capstone Investment Advisors, LLC (“Capstone”) is a global asset manager, dedicated to exploring alpha opportunities in derivatives and complementary strategies that persist across market cycles. With approximately $11.8 billion of AUM (as of November 1, 2025) and 326 employees, Capstone is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Stamford, Los Angeles, Boston, Tokyo, Milan, Texas, and Maryland. Since 2004, through strategic insight, market-leading expertise, and advanced technology, we have sought to anticipate and harness the complexities of world markets, creating unique opportunities for our clients, team, and industry. 

With our sophisticated, global client base, we recognize that our success is deeply connected to real people. For that reason, we take a human approach to everything we do, focusing largely on collaborative performance. Our workflow and process are built around the belief that by sharing ideas, we achieve greater outcomes. This gives you greater access to resources, direct exposure to senior leadership, and new opportunities to experiment and innovate. 

Overview:

The Risk Management Team is responsible for measuring, monitoring, and managing the risks of the firm. The Team identifies, quantifies, evaluates, and reports the risks which result from trading strategies across all asset classes. It works closely with trading and technology teams to create and maintain tools for risk management and analytics, to make managers aware of existing and potential risks to the firm and its investors.

Placement options include Risk Technology or the Risk team. 

Our future colleague has these skills:

• Current undergraduate or master’s student
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with Python or Java and hands-on project work is a plus
• Pursuing an undergraduate, or master’s degree in Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Graduating in 2026/2027 
• Interest in financial markets  
• Experience in writing Python code (Pandas, NumPy, sklearn, dash, plotly, flask, Django)  
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to find creative solutions to problems  
• Familiarity with machine learning would be advantageous 

Do you possess these Bonus Skills:

• Intellectual curiosity, the openness to share ideas, humility, the highest ethical standards and a desire to excel are a few of the traits that it takes to thrive and be your best self at Capstone.
• To thrive at Capstone, a keen curiosity about technology and artificial intelligence is essential, as we continually drive innovation and enhance our strategic capabilities. 

Benefits and Compensation Information: 

Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well-being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this. 

The applicable hourly range for this role is $29.00 - $40.00/hr USD. The hourly pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Capstone is committed to creating an inclusive environment where we welcome people of different backgrounds. Capstone considers applications for employment without regard to all applicable protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, parental status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers - Capstone (capstoneco.com)

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