Quantitative Summer Research Intern (Nov 2027)

SANITI - Student Association of Nelson-Marlborough Institute of Technology Inc; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sydney office with harbour views

6-week traineeship in global offices

In-house meals and coffee

Regular social events and volunteering

Job summary

IMC is seeking a Quant Research Intern to work at the intersection of data science, finance, and algorithmic trading. You’ll learn trading concepts, build predictive models, and analyse large market datasets with guidance from senior staff.

You’ll collaborate with traders, researchers, and engineers in a high‑performance environment while developing technical and communication skills. A passion for learning and innovation is essential.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program with a strong quantitative background.
• Solid foundation in statistics, mathematics or computational methods.
• Experience applying ML or statistical models to real data is a plus.
• Strong communication and ability to present complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an intensive training program on trading concepts and ML techniques.
• Develop predictive models and analyse large market datasets.
• Collaborate with traders, researchers and engineers in a fast-paced setting.
• Present findings through reports and presentations for varied audiences.
• Contribute to research challenges that inform trading decisions.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Matlab

R

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a quantitative field

Job description

About IMC:

We’re a high-performance trading firm powered by technology, for those who want to be the best among the best.

About the Role:

IMC is a leading global trading firm that combines technology, advanced quantitative research, and cutting-edge machine learning techniques to make markets more efficient. With a strong focus on innovation, we leverage mathematical models and high-performance computing to drive our trading decisions.

As a Quant Research Intern, you’ll work at the intersection of data science, financial markets, and algorithmic trading solving real-world challenges that drive our trading strategies. This internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in quantitative research, supported by structured learning, real-world project work, and direct mentorship from senior IMC employees.

What You’ll Do:

• Participate in an intensive training program covering trading concepts, options theory, statistical modelling, and machine learning techniques.
• Tackle a meaningful research challenge - whether it’s designing new predictive models, optimising existing strategies, or leveraging alternative data to extract actionable insights.
• Explore large financial and market datasets, identify patterns, and develop quantitative models that contribute to our trading decisions.
• Work closely with traders, researchers, and engineers in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.
• Present your findings through reports and presentations, gaining exposure to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What You’ll Learn

• A deep understanding of trading, market structure, and quantitative research methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with data science techniques and programming in Python.
• Exposure to real-time problem-solving in a high-frequency trading environment.
• The ability to present research findings and work collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a highly quantitative field, such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen interest in applying mathematical and statistical techniques to real-world challenges.
• Proficient in programming, preferably in Python, or other relevant languages like C++, Java, Matlab, or R.
• Curious and driven, with a passion for learning, adapting, and innovating in a fast‑paced trading environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.

Culture & Values

IMC offers an open, collaborative and low-hierarchy environment where our people are empowered to make an impact from day one. We invest heavily in learning and development to help our people grow quickly, with collaboration at the core of how we work. We also give back, donating 2% of annual profits to our Charitable Foundations and supporting employee‑led volunteering initiatives.

Our values guide how we work: Dare to continuously innovate. Collaborate to succeed. Champion the best ideas. Take responsibility. Keep both feet on the ground. Build for our future.

We also offer a competitive salary package and a range of perks and benefits to ensure you are set up for success.

Perks & Benefits

• Work from our spectacular new Sydney office in Circular Quay with sweeping harbour views that was recently named "World Building of the Year 2022".
• 6-week traineeship for graduates in one of our global offices, with opportunities to travel and work overseas in one of our 9 offices across APAC, India, US, UK and Europe.
• In-house chef with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner provided, as well as an in-house barista for free coffee all day!
• Social events including Friday night drinks, annual weekend away, social clubs, and regular team events.
• Opportunities to give back with in-house charity days, paid volunteering leave and dollar‑matched charity donations.
• Wellbeing allowance and complimentary workout sessions including Barry's bootcamp, Pilates and boxing.

We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at IMC so even if you don’t feel like your skills completely match what’s listed above - we still want to hear from you!