Carnegie Mellon University

Get Involved

As an MSCF graduate, you are part of a global network of talented professionals shaping the future of quantitative finance. Your experience, insights, and support help keep MSCF strong — and directly benefit our students, faculty, and alumni community.

There are many meaningful ways to stay involved and give back:

Mock Interviews

Help students sharpen their interview skills and gain the confidence they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.

Quant-in-Residence (QIR)

Share your industry expertise directly with students as a Quant-in-Residence. Mentor, advise, and inspire the next generation of quants.

Alumni Career Panels

Talk about your career path and offer students real-world insights into roles, career growth, and industry trends.

Refer a Candidate

Know someone who would thrive at MSCF? We highly value referrals from alumni who know what it takes to succeed in the program.

Interested in volunteering? Contact Diffy Paljevic at paljevic@andrew.cmu.edu.

Hire The Next Generation of Top Talent

Access resume books for current students seeking internships and full-time positions.

Use QuantConnect

  • Post jobs and internships
  • Host events and networking sessions
  • Search student profiles and view LinkedIn profiles
  • Customize Resume books by year, student group, or other filters

Contact Queeta Welch at qhw@cmu.edu or 412-268-3028 to get started.

You can also recruit MSCF students through CMU’s Handshake system. Learn more via the Career and Professional Development Center or email erelate@andrew.cmu.edu.

Visit the Career and Professional Development Center’s website to learn more about Handshake. Please contact the Career and Professional Development Center at erelate@andrew.cmu.edu or (412) 268-2064 with questions.

The MSCF Alumni Board strengthens connections among alumni, provides valuable industry insights, and supports program goals. Board members serve three-year terms and meet twice a year to help shape MSCF’s future.

MSCF Speaker Series

Come back to campus (or join virtually) to give a talk through our long-running Speaker Series. Share your expertise, industry insights, and what’s next in quantitative finance — and connect directly with students and faculty.

Contact Robert Simon at (412) 268-4592 or rs6w@andrew.cmu.edu

Alumni News & Highlights

Doing something exciting in your career or community? Let us know — we love to feature alumni stories in our newsletter. Email us at mscfalumni@andrew.cmu.edu.