Computer Science · Math · Quant Finance
NYC Metropolitan Area

Jason Bhalla

Jason Bhalla

About Me

Hello! I'm Jason Bhalla.

I'm currently a Junior at Stevens Institute of Technology studying Computer Science, Mathematics, and Quantitative Finance. I have always been passionate about applying mathematical and computational methods to real-world scenarios. My main areas of interest consist of applications of machine learning.

Resume

Experience & Projects

Resume
Starting 06.2024
Quantum Entanglement Research Project

Stevens Institute of Technology

Hoboken, NJ

Quantum Entanglement Research Project

Stevens Institute of Technology is a premier, private research university situated in Hoboken, New Jersey.
  • Working on derivations and mathematical modeling to test and challenge the limits and applications of the latest discoveries in quantum entanglement.
01.2024 - Present
Factor Model Quant Analyst

Stevens Student Managed Investment Fund

Hoboken, NJ

Factor Model Quant Analyst

The Stevens Student Managed Investment Fund is a premier, exclusive school fund, containing nearly $1M of the university endowment, which specializes in quantitative investment strategies.
  • Researching alpha strategy, systematic equity, quantitative models, and backtesting methods for portfolio management.
  • Programming various implementations of factor models in Python to optimize stock allocations for the fund.
  • Utilizing data retrieval methods, data cleaning techniques, and data analysis through various Machine Learning models and financial models.
12.2022 - 04.2023
Eagle Scout Project Leader

Boy Scouts of America

San Diego, CA

Eagle Scout Project Leader

The Eagle Scout Project is the opportunity for a Scout to demonstrate significant leadership of others while performing a project for the benefit of their community.
  • Assembled 30+ volunteers to empty, deconstruct, rebuild, and refill 8 large garden beds, and build 12 PVC covers, for an underfunded elementary school over 7 full workdays.
  • Constructed detailed building plans to utilize the resources with optimal efficiency.
  • Organized logistics for the transportation and scheduling of the volunteers and materials.
  • Fundraised the project by applying for grants and school district funding.
07.2022 - 12.2022
06.2020 - 12.2020
Senior Patrol Leader

Boy Scouts of America

San Diego, CA

Senior Patrol Leader

The Senior Patrol Leader is the highest youth leadership position in a Scouting Troop.
  • Planned, organized, and led all biweekly Troop meetings for over 60 Scouts.
  • Oversaw the 20+ Leadership Council members through leading monthly leadership meetings.
  • Conducted the Annual Planning Meeting to plan out all activities for each term.
  • Executed a Leadership Training event at the beginning of each term.
06.2022 - 07.2022
ChoosingToFight

MIT LaunchX

San Diego, CA

Co-Founder, ChoosingToFight

LaunchX is a selective, prestigious entrepreneurship program for high school students.
  • Prototyped a new cancer community application that connects patients.
  • Led market research by identifying and interviewing dozens of cancer patients to get their feedback.
  • Strategized a business and marketing plan for expanding the concept into a full-fledged nonprofit.
07.2020 - 07.2021
Crowdfunding Video Producer

SnapStep

San Diego, CA

Crowdfunding Video Producer

SnapStep is a a startup product: a floor mat that elevates into a step stool.
  • Planned, scripted, filmed, and edited SnapStep's first startup crowdfunding video.
  • Advised SnapStep’s crowdfunding strategy and future plans.

Education

2023 - 2026
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ

Bachelor's
Computer Science

Minor
Mathematics

Minor
Quantitative Finance

Stevens Institute of Technology

Stevens Institute of Technology is a premier, private research university situated in Hoboken, New Jersey.
GPA: 4.0
Honors: Edwin A. Stevens Scholar, Presidential Scholar, Dean's List (Fall 2023, Spring 2024)
Future Relevant Coursework (Fall 2024):
  • CS 385 | Algorithms
  • CS 382 | Computer Architecture and Organization
  • CS 517 | Quantum Information and Computation
  • MA 231 | Nonlinear Optimization
  • MA 225 | Infinite Series
  • QF 428 | Investment Practicum II
Previous Relevant Coursework:

  • CS 284 | Data Structures (Java)
  • CS 135 | Discrete Structures
  • CS 115 | Introduction to Computer Science (Python)
  • MA 331 | Intermediate Statistics (R)
  • MA 222 | Probability and Statistics
  • QF 427 | Investment Practicum I
  • PEP 221 | Physics Lab I
  • PEP 112 | Electricity and Magnetism
  • PEP 111 | Mechanics

Activities:
2023
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Dual Enrollment

San Diego State University

San Diego State University is a public research university in San Diego, California.
Previous Relevant Coursework:
  • MATH 254 | Linear Algebra
  • MATH 252 | Calculus III (Multivariable Calculus I and II)
2019 - 2023
Canyon Crest Academy
San Diego, CA

High School Diploma

Canyon Crest Academy

Canyon Crest Academy is a public high school in San Diego, California.
Weighted Academic GPA: 4.33
SAT: 1530 / 1600
Honors: AP Scholar with Distinction (2022 + 2023), NSHSS Scholar, iVIE Film Festival 1st Place
AP Courses: Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, Physics 1, Physics 2, Macroeconomics, Statistics, English Literature, English Language, U.S. Government and Politics, U.S. History, World History
Activities: MIT LaunchX, Parliamentary Debate, Inspirit AI, Diamond Challenge, America’s Teen Mogul Competition, FBLA, DECA, iVIE Film Festival Competition

Skills

Python
Deep Learning
Java
MS Office / G Suite
Finance
Photo / Video Editing and Production