Data Science Internship

Braunford LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Accommodation provided

Job summary

G-Research in London offers a 10-week Summer Research Programme for students to explore a career in data science within a leading quantitative research firm.

You will apply data blending, statistics and ML methods to support research, build datasets, and collaborate with world-class data scientists across multi-asset class initiatives.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a quantitative undergraduate, masters or PhD program.
• Strong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking.
• Proficient Python skills including data analysis and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data blending, enrichment and creation of datasets for research.
• Apply statistical methods and ML techniques to real-world financial data.
• Collaborate with data scientists to build tools for data analysis and visualization.

Skills

Python

Statistics

Data analysis

Machine learning basics

Research

Communication

Education

Undergraduate/Master/PhD in quantitative field

Tools

GitHub

Kaggle

Pandas

NumPy

Job description

We tackle the most complex problems in quantitative finance, by bringing scientific clarity to financial complexity. From our London HQ, we unite world-class researchers and engineers in an environment that values deep exploration and methodical execution - because the best ideas take time to evolve. Together we’re building a world-class platform to amplify our teams' most powerful ideas. Join a research team where curiosity meets scale. You'll investigate foundational questions, uncover market insights and push the boundaries of what's possible - all with the support of near-limitless compute and world-class peers. Take the next step in your career.

The role

10-week summer programme (21st June - 27th August 2027)
09:00-17:30 working hours
Based in Central London

Over the course of 10 weeks, G-Research Summer Research Programme interns gain a unique insight into life as a Data Science practitioner at a leading quantitative research firm. Our business is to predict the future of financial markets, applying scientific techniques to find patterns in large, noisy and rapidly changing datasets. Our mission as a Data Science team is to help discover, enrich and analyse data sources that will drive tomorrow’s research initiatives. In this role, you will apply your knowledge to support the exploration, enrichment and even creation of new datasets for research. You will use your knowledge of data blending, statistical analysis and machine learning methods to help scale and automate the way we analyse, validate and visualise diverse data sources; and you will help build tooling to enable data science initiatives across the company. This is a team at the forefront of the company’s data strategy, responsible for finding solutions to some of the many important data challenges within the firm, meaning you will have a unique opportunity to make an impact from the beginning. The successful candidate will be comfortable working within a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with industry-leading data scientists and financial experts, developing solutions that adapt to a rapidly changing data landscape. The role will offer exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a high-growth industry, with opportunities to learn about multi-asset class systematic investing and big data development in an innovative and forward-thinking firm.

Who are we looking for?

• A current undergraduate, master's or PhD student in a quantitative subject
• Strong critical thinking skills and exceptional problem-solving ability
• Comfortable applying statistical concepts to real-world data
• Experience using Python, including for exploratory data analysis and visualisation
• Strong communication skills
• An interest in financial markets
• Ability to work independently on research projects and a willingness to learn

Bonus skills

• Active Git Hub or Kaggle profiles
• Experience selecting, developing and refining machine learning models
• Knowledge or interest in natural language processing
• Demonstrable proficiency in statistical data analysis

Why should you apply?

• Highly competitive compensation plus accommodation
• G-Research community with weekly intern activities
• Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar
• 30 days' annual leave pro-rated
• Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
• Central London office close to 5 stations and 6 tube lines

G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment.

We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions. We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section.

At G-Research, we are passionate about the intersection of finance, technology, and the future. We offer a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in our collaborative working environment.