Quantitative Research Intern: Data Science for Trading

IMC B.V.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC is a leading global trading firm that combines technology, quantitative research, and machine learning to trade a broad range of products worldwide. As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will work at the intersection of data science, finance, and algorithmic trading, solving real-world challenges and gaining mentorship from senior IMC employees.

You'll learn through structured training, tackle meaningful research projects, and present findings to traders and researchers in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, master's, or PhD in a highly quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering) with penultimate year of study.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with interest in applying mathematical techniques to real-world challenges.
• Proficiency in programming, preferably Python, or other languages like C++, Java, MATLAB, or R.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Excellent communication

Curious and driven

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Physics/Engineering

Penultimate year of study

Tools

Python

C++

Java

MATLAB

R

Job description

IMC is a leading global trading firm that combines technology, quantitative research, and machine learning to trade a broad range of products worldwide. As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will work at the intersection of data science, finance, and algorithmic trading, solving real-world challenges and gaining mentorship from senior IMC employees.

You'll learn through structured training, tackle meaningful research projects, and present findings to traders and researchers in a fast-paced