About Me
Hello! I'm Jason Bhalla.
I'm currently a Junior at Stevens Institute of Technology studying Computer Science, Mathematics, and Financial Engineering. I am passionate about applying mathematics, machine learning, and quantitative finance.
Resume
Experience & Projects
Resume01.2024 - Present
Quantitative Analyst | Multi-Factor Strategies
Stevens Student-Managed Investment Fund
Hoboken, NJ
Quantitative Analyst | Multi-Factor Strategies
Stevens Student-Managed Investment Fund
The Stevens Student-Managed Investment Fund is a premier, exclusive school fund, containing a portion 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.
Treasurer
Stevens Computer Science Club
The Stevens Institute of Technology Computer Science Club provides a collaborative forum for students interested in the field of Computer Science.
- Managing club finances by tracking budgets, expenses, and reimbursements.
- Ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting inside the club.
- Collaborating with executive team to plan and allocate funds for events, guest speakers, and resources, enhancing club activities and engagement.
06.2024 - 09.2024
Quantum Entanglement Research Project
Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Samuel Hedemann
San Diego, CA
Quantum Entanglement Research Project
Stevens Institute of Technology
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.
12.2022 - 04.2023
Eagle Scout Project Leader
Boy Scouts of America
San Diego, CA
Eagle Scout Project Leader
Boy Scouts of America
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
06.2020 - 12.2020
Senior Patrol Leader
Boy Scouts of America
San Diego, CA
Senior Patrol Leader
Boy Scouts of America
The Senior Patrol Leader is the highest youth leadership position in Scouting.
- 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
MIT LaunchX
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
SnapStep is 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 - 2027
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ
B.S.
Computer Science
B.S.
Mathematics
Graduate Certificate
Machine Learning
Graduate Certificate
Financial Engineering
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, Fall 2024)
Current Relevant Coursework (Spring 2025):
Activities:
GPA: 4.0
Honors: Edwin A. Stevens Scholar, Presidential Scholar, Dean's List (Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024)
Current Relevant Coursework (Spring 2025):
- CS 496 | Principles of Programming Languages
- CS 392 | Systems Programming
- FE 610 | Stochastic Calculus for Financial Engineers
- MA 221 | Differential Equations
- MA 240 | Proofs and Refutations
- QF 428 | Investment Practicum II
- CS 385 | Algorithms
- CS 284 | Data Structures
- CS 135 | Discrete Structures
- CS 517 | Quantum Information and Computation
- CS 382 | Computer Architecture and Organization
- CS 115 | Introduction to Computer Science
- MA 232 | Linear Algebra (SDSU Transfer)
- MA 331 | Intermediate Statistics
- MA 222 | Probability and Statistics
- MA 231 | Nonlinear Optimization
- MA 225 | Infinite Series
- MA 125 | Vectors and Matrices
- MA 226 | Multivariable Calculus II (SDSU Transfer)
- MA 126 | Multivariable Calculus I (SDSU Transfer)
- QF 427 | Investment Practicum I
Computer Science
Mathematics
Finance
Activities:
- Stevens Student Managed Investment Fund
- Computer Science Club (Leadership: Treasurer)
- Finance + Investment Banking + Advisory Society
- Stock Pitch Competition
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:
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, Boy Scouts of America (Eagle Scout), Inspirit AI, Diamond Challenge, America’s Teen Mogul Competition, FBLA, DECA, iVIE Film Festival Competition
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, Boy Scouts of America (Eagle Scout), 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