Strong academic background in quantitative fields such as math, statistics, physics, engineering, or computer science.
Demonstrable research productivity and creativity in technical studies.
Proficient programming skills, preferably in Python, Java, or C/C++, with a focus on producing clean code.
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Interest in quantitative finance, with no prior finance experience required.
Typically pursued by students nearing the completion of their undergraduate programs.
Responsibilities
Develop tools for analyzing and trading financial assets.
Design and implement scalable, real-time applications for automated trading.
Participate in academic speaker series to enhance industry knowledge.
Contribute to innovative projects with a focus on financial technology.
Benefits
Monthly base salary of $30,000 with additional overtime pay.
$30,000 sign-on bonus upon hiring.
Travel costs covered for the internship duration.
Choice of furnished housing or a $10,000 housing allowance.
$3,300 stipend for self-study materials and $4,000 for personal tech equipment.
Full Job Description
What you'll do day-to-day
Build tools for analyzing and trading financial instruments.
Design and deploy real-time, scalable applications for the firm's highly automated trading activities.
Have the chance to attend our academic speaker series and track academic progress in various areas that may be of interest.
What we're looking for
An impressive record of academic achievement, including advanced coursework in fields such as math, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, or other technical and quantitative programs.
Keen attention to detail with notable research productivity and a track record of creativity in respective areas of study.
Exceptional problem-solving capabilities and programming skills (which may include experience programming in languages such as Python, Java, or C/C++), and an interest in producing clean and efficient code.
The ability to collaborate effectively with others as well as work independently is a plus.
An interest in learning about quantitative finance; no previous finance experience is necessary.
Students who apply to this internship are usually approaching their final year of full-time study.
The position offers a monthly base salary of $30,000, overtime pay, a sign-on bonus of $30,000, travel coverage to and from the internship, and a choice of furnished summer housing or a $10,000 housing allowance. It also includes a $3,300 stipend for self-study materials and a $4,000 stipend for personal technology equipment. If you have questions about the compensation, please ask one of our recruiters.
