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Quantitative Trader - 2027 Micro-Internship Program (January Start)

Chicago, USAOn-sitePosted 2 days ago

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Job type
Internship
Work mode
On-site
Level
Intern
Department
Finance and Accounting
Experience
Not listed
Posted
Oct 1, 2026

About the role

Responsibilities

Our quant trading interns will explore new trading strategies, engage in mock trading, take part in quantitative research, and develop related software. Our interns will participate in the firm’s education program, getting a chance to learn about all aspects of trading and financial markets both formally (in classes) and on-the-job. The internship program will start on January 4th, 2027, and conclude on January 22nd, 2027.

Required Skills

  • A strong quantitative background and familiarity with probability and statistics
  • An undergraduate degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, engineering, or one of the hard sciences
  • Graduating in December 2027 or May 2028
  • Familiarity with Python
  • The ability to work and solve problems as part of a team, often in a high-pressure environment
  • Proven trustworthiness and performance under the highest ethical standards
  • A strong desire for knowledge and to understand how things work
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • A strong work ethic and ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Benefits and Perks

  • Sharp, motivated co-workers in a fast-paced office environment
  • Fully stocked kitchen, free breakfast and lunch every day on-site
  • Housing provided
  • Competitive compensation