Summer 2027 - Quant Internship

Capstone Investment Advisors; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Investment Advisors invites highly motivated students for a 10-week Summer Quant Internship in London. Interns will assist the Quant team with daily activities and a defined project, gaining hands‑on exposure to investment research, market analysis, and data automation.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a master’s or PhD program in a quantitative discipline, with strong analytical skills and programming ability.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a master’s or PhD program in a quantitative field.
• Demonstrated strong quantitative and analytical skills with statistics experience.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language and ability to apply it to data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quant team’s day‑to‑day activities during the 10‑week internship.
• Contribute to a defined project addressing a business need.
• Exposure to investment research, market analysis, and data automation.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Programming proficiency

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Academic motivation

Education

Master's or PhD in quantitative discipline

Tools

Python

R

Job description

We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.

Capstone is a global, alternative investment management firm operating across a broad range of derivatives-based strategies with a deep understanding of volatility. With approximately $14.6 billion of AUM and 315 employees (as of September 1, 2026, Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Tokyo, California, Stamford, Boston, and Milan.

At Capstone, we constantly aim to expand our view of how WE SEE THE WORLD DIFFERENTLY® in order to create opportunity. Our commitment to provoking the evolution of asset management provides us with a perpetual hunger for knowledge that we believe drives the improvement of our particular approach to investment. We seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.

Overview:

Capstone’s 2027 Summer Quant Internship is a ten-week program designed to provide interns with practical exposure to the firm’s Quant team and broader working environment. Interns will support the team’s day‑to‑day activities while completing a defined project designed to provide a meaningful learning experience and address a relevant business need.

We are seeking intellectually curious, analytical, and motivated candidates with a demonstrated interest in financial markets and investment management. During the program, interns may gain exposure to investment research, market analysis, quantitative methods, data analysis, automation, and other areas relevant to the work of the Quant team.

Our future colleague has these skills:

• Currently enrolled in a master’s or PhD program in a quantitative discipline, such as Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with experience in statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, with the ability to apply programming skills to data analysis, quantitative problem‑solving, or related technical work.
• Strong intellectual curiosity, learning agility, and the ability to contribute effectively within a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical colleagues.
• A professional and accountable approach to work, with the ability to collaborate effectively and operate in a manner consistent with the firm’s culture and values.

Do you possess these Bonus Skills:

• Prior internship, academic, or professional experience within financial services, investment management, or a related field is preferred.
• Intellectual curiosity, the openness to share ideas, humility, the highest ethical standards and a desire to excel are a few of the traits that it takes to thrive and be your best self at Capstone.
• To thrive at Capstone, a keen curiosity about technology and artificial intelligence is essential, as we continually drive innovation and enhance our strategic capabilities.

Benefits and Compensation Information:

Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well‑being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this. The hourly pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Capstone is committed to creating an inclusive environment where we welcome people of different backgrounds. Capstone considers applications for employment without regard to all applicable protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, parental status, veteran status, or disability status.