Andrew Hom
About Andrew Hom
Andrew Hom is an incoming Junior Derivatives Trader at Valkyrie Trading with a strong academic background in Mathematics and Economics from Vanderbilt University, where he also minored in Computer Science. He has gained practical experience through internships at Ouster, WTW, and Inxeption, and is actively involved in the Vanderbilt Melodores as Social Media Chair.
Work at Valkyrie Trading
Andrew Hom is currently employed at Valkyrie Trading as an Incoming Junior Derivatives Trader. His role commenced in 2023 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. In this position, he is expected to apply his academic knowledge and skills in mathematics and economics to the trading of derivatives.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Hom studied at Vanderbilt University from 2020 to 2024, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Mathematics and Economics, alongside a minor in Computer Science. His academic focus includes the real-world applications of mathematics, particularly in the field of quantitative finance.
Internship Experience
Andrew has gained valuable internship experience in various roles. He worked as a Summer Intern at Ouster for three months in 2022, followed by a one-month internship at WTW as a Corporate Risk & Broking Intern in 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. Additionally, he served as a Corporate Legal Clerk at Inxeption for three months in 2021 in Brisbane, California.
Background and Early Education
Andrew Hom attended The Bear Creek School from 2016 to 2020, completing four years of study. His early education laid the foundation for his subsequent academic pursuits in mathematics and economics at the university level.
Extracurricular Activities
Since 2021, Andrew has been involved with The Vanderbilt Melodores, where he serves as the Social Media Chair and is an active group member. His participation in this group reflects his interests beyond academics, showcasing his engagement in music and social media management.