Investment Bankers
Handshake • Remote • Posted 28 days ago
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Pay Rate
$175/task
Posted
28d ago
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About this Role
Overview
Handshake is recruiting Investment Banking Expert to contribute to an AI research project. In this program, you’ll apply your expertise to help improve how AI understands real-world professional tasks and language. The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with project opportunities opening periodically across different areas of expertise.
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Handshake AI
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The position is remote and asynchronous - work independently from wherever you are.
Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely, with no minimum commitment to hours.
Project work includes reviewing and evaluating AI-generated financial analyses, valuation logic, and transaction scenarios using real-world investment banking judgment
Apply your depth of expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and deal execution to help improve how AI systems support investment banking workflows
Placement into a project will be dependent on project availability.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Analyst or Associate in Investment Banking or Private Equity.
Ability to work effectively in a primarily asynchronous environment with leading AI labs.
Work authorization information
F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school’s requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.
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Requirements
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Finance
- Current university student or recent graduate with .edu email
Compensation Analysis
Shape the "brain" of future AI. By working as a Investment Bankers, you ensure that future models understand the nuance of your field. At $175/hr, it's a lucrative way to preserve the integrity of your profession in the digital age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I graduated 5 years ago. Should I use this?
Probably not. Handshake is designed for university students and 'early talent' (people within ~1-2 years of graduation). You will likely find better rates and faster approval on Outlier or Mercor if you are an experienced professional.
Is 'Handshake' the employer?
Technically, yes. For the specific 'AI Fellowship' roles, Handshake acts as the employer of record. This is different from the rest of the website, which is just a job board listing jobs for other companies.
Is this traditional consulting?
Not exactly. You act as a "Teacher" for advanced AI. Instead of client deliverables, you are given complex scenarios to evaluate. You grade the AI's logic, correct its hallucinations, and provide expert-level reasoning. Your job is to train the model to think like you do.
Why is the pay so high?
This role requires deep, verified expertise. General knowledge isn't enough; the model is specifically being trained on "edge cases"—the rare, difficult, or highly technical nuances that only a senior professional would know.
What is the workload like?
This is cognitive, deep work. Unlike simple data labeling, you might spend 45-60 minutes on a single task, researching citations or verifying complex calculations. Quality is prioritized over speed.
Is this an internship?
It depends. Handshake lists both standard internships and specific "AI Trainer" fellowships. Check the job description closely—if it mentions "1099" or "Contract," it is a freelance role, not a W-2 employment offer.