Thibaut Laurent

AI & Education Researcher at Freelance

Interviewed professors at IE University; executed and collected surveys from students. Main questions: Does AI yield net positive or negative impacts for students, professors, and higher education institutions? Read hundreds of papers on AI, AI in education, personalized learning, and cognitive performance implications.

Equity Derivative Sales Intern at BNP Paribas

Analyzed structured equity derivative products (options, autocallables, delta-one structures), focusing on payoff profiles, Greeks exposure, and client suitability. Built Excel-based pricing and payoff models to automate scenario analysis and Greeks sensitivities. Supported sales desk in hedging strategy analysis and risk monitoring in coordination with trading teams. Developed and pitched derivative trade ideas aligned with market conditions, volatility regimes, and client risk appetite.

Spring Week Intern at BNP Paribas

Explored different career opportunities while learning more about the company’s workplace and culture, through business presentations, networking and personal skills training.

Finance Simulations at AmplifyME

Practiced company valuation and financial analysis through live investment banking and M&A simulations.

Quality Representative and SEO Marketer at Locallista

Supported quality assurance and SEO initiatives for a B2B platform. Communicated with clients on their experience using the platform. Improved systems; managed marketing finances; executed ad-creation.

Calculus II Tutor at Tutoring

Tailored Calculus II lessons to second-year students – approach to understand each individual's best learning method; structured steps (question analysis, solution framework, execution) to reach an average grade of 18/20.

Research Analyst at IE Investment Club

Published weekly equity and credit research reports; investment analyses.

General Member at Nova Case Team

Performed market sizing, competitive analysis, and financial viability assessments. Solved strategy and finance case studies for BCG, EY.

Volunteer at Nova Surf Club Beach Cleanup

Participated in coastal cleanup initiatives promoting environmental sustainability.