D.E. Shaw seeks MBA students for Strategy and Business Development roles in COO Corporate Development or External Communications groups.

Responsibilities:

• Drive firm's long-term direction and growth on complex business questions

• Conduct rigorous research using quantitative and qualitative methods

• Assess investment and business opportunities for firm expansion

• Partner on communications to strengthen firm's external profile

• Drive firmwide initiatives like new office openings or AI adoption

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing MBA from top business school

• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities

• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Interest in strategy consulting at leading investment firm

Perks:

• $18000 monthly base salary plus overtime pay

• $10000 sign-on bonus and travel coverage

• Choice of furnished housing or $10000 housing allowance

• $3300 self-study stipend and $4000 technology equipment stipend

• 10-week program June to August 2026 applications close Dec 2 2025