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Equity Trader jobs on CPT put you on a trading desk analyzing market positions, executing orders, and building the quantitative and risk-management skills your finance or economics program requires. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect directly to your degree curriculum.
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At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.
We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.
We are currently looking for an Equity Research Intern to join our FSG Group, in Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research
- Create financial models and valuation analyses
- Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations
- Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc.
Requirements
- The associate position is a demanding and fast-paced job that requires the ability to think quickly on one's feet and work independently
- Strong candidates will have an intense interest in the stock market and a demonstrated record of professional, academic and personal achievement
- Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills
- Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills
- A strong competitive spirit balanced by a proven ability to work as part of a team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required
- Strong financial modeling experience required
- Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86 and 87 required (or willingness to obtain)
- Progress towards CFA a plus
As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
In equities, our sales & trading teams facilitate public offerings in our core sectors and dedicate significant levels of firm capital to ensure the highest aftermarket support. We are a market maker and/or transact in 2,500 securities, offering traditional, algorithmic and program trading approaches. Our 50+ senior analysts produce industry-leading, deep-sector research on more than 1,000 stocks under coverage, including one of the largest small/mid cap coverage universes on the Street. We empower our investors with focused, best-in-class macro research. Our Institutional Investor top-ranked analysts utilize independent processes that provide impartial insights into economic trends, energy, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, policy actions and political developments.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees.
Compensation
- The anticipated starting hourly range for individuals expressing interest in this internship is $21 - $30 an hour. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. Please note that this internship is NOT a summer internship. It is intended to become a salaried role soon after completion of an anticipated to be for a 3-month period. Consideration for a permanent position is dependent on performance.
If offered salaried role post internship: The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $75,000 - $125,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
Job Description:
At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.
We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.
We are currently looking for an Equity Research Intern to join our FSG Group, in Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research
- Create financial models and valuation analyses
- Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations
- Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc.
Requirements
- The associate position is a demanding and fast-paced job that requires the ability to think quickly on one's feet and work independently
- Strong candidates will have an intense interest in the stock market and a demonstrated record of professional, academic and personal achievement
- Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills
- Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills
- A strong competitive spirit balanced by a proven ability to work as part of a team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required
- Strong financial modeling experience required
- Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86 and 87 required (or willingness to obtain)
- Progress towards CFA a plus
As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
In equities, our sales & trading teams facilitate public offerings in our core sectors and dedicate significant levels of firm capital to ensure the highest aftermarket support. We are a market maker and/or transact in 2,500 securities, offering traditional, algorithmic and program trading approaches. Our 50+ senior analysts produce industry-leading, deep-sector research on more than 1,000 stocks under coverage, including one of the largest small/mid cap coverage universes on the Street. We empower our investors with focused, best-in-class macro research. Our Institutional Investor top-ranked analysts utilize independent processes that provide impartial insights into economic trends, energy, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, policy actions and political developments.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees.
Compensation
- The anticipated starting hourly range for individuals expressing interest in this internship is $21 - $30 an hour. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. Please note that this internship is NOT a summer internship. It is intended to become a salaried role soon after completion of an anticipated to be for a 3-month period. Consideration for a permanent position is dependent on performance.
If offered salaried role post internship: The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $75,000 - $125,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
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Get Access To All JobsEquity Trader CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Equity Trader role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position directly relates to your field of study, such as finance, economics, or applied mathematics, and your school confirms it's an integral part of your curriculum. Roles involving securities analysis, order execution, or quantitative research typically satisfy that requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific program and the employer's job description.
Can I do CPT at a proprietary trading firm, not just a bank?
CPT authorization isn't limited by employer type. Proprietary trading firms qualify as long as the work integrates with your academic program and your DSO approves it. The key is that the job description supports the curricular connection, hands-on trading, risk modeling, or market analysis tied to your coursework all meet that standard.
How do I find Equity Trader roles open to CPT students?
Most standard job postings don't specify CPT eligibility, so filtering by employers with demonstrated F-1 hiring experience saves significant time. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with LCA and work authorization filing history in financial services, letting you focus on firms that already understand and accommodate F-1 work authorization rather than cold-pitching employers unfamiliar with CPT.
What happens to my OPT if I complete full-time CPT as an Equity Trader?
If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you lose all OPT eligibility after graduation. This is a hard rule under SEVIS regulations with no exceptions. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, doesn't count toward that limit regardless of duration, so structuring your trading hours carefully protects your post-graduation options.
Do Series 7 or other FINRA licenses affect my CPT eligibility?
Holding or pursuing FINRA licenses doesn't affect your CPT authorization itself, which is determined by your DSO based on academic fit, not professional credentials. That said, some Equity Trader roles require Series 7 sponsorship from the employer before you can legally execute trades. Confirm licensing requirements with the employer during the offer process so there are no surprises at your start date.