Jane Street and Citadel are competing directly with OpenAI and Anthropic for elite mathematics and computer science graduates. This rivalry stems from overlapping skill sets required for both AI large language models and complex financial trading algorithms.
Starting compensation for these graduates ranges from $350,000 to over $1 million. Some first-year packages reportedly reach as high as $1.5 million. Both sectors are offering extraordinary terms to secure the talent essential for future growth.