Data Scientist - Internship [Summer 2026]

Two Sigma

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 172,900 - 191,100

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gyms with laundry service

Wellness activities

Casual dress

Snacks

Game rooms

Flexible in-office days

Job summary

A leading quantitative investment firm in New York is seeking interns to research and develop hypotheses using diverse datasets. This internship involves collaboration with engineers and stakeholders, offering mentorship and culminating in a final project presentation. Candidates pursuing a degree in a technical discipline are preferred, along with skills in Python and SQL. Benefits include flexible work options and a supportive work environment. Competitive weekly pay scales based on academic degree are offered.

Qualifications

Are pursuing a degree with approximately one year remaining.
Performed an in-depth research project involving real-world data.
Independent thinker who can approach data analysis creatively.

Responsibilities

Research and develop hypotheses based on diverse datasets.
Conduct literature reviews for methodologies to extract signals.
Collaborate with engineers and business stakeholders.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Education

Pursuing a degree in a technical or quantitative discipline

Job description

Position Summary

Two Sigma is a leading quantitative investment management and trading firm. The company applies a scientific approach to investing, combining cutting–edge technology, artificial intelligence, data science, and quantitative research with rigorous human inquiry to capitalize on market opportunities and deliver alpha for investors.

Our team of engineers, quantitative researchers and data scientists looks beyond the traditional to test hypotheses and develop creative solutions to some of the world’s most complex economic problems.

When you work with us, you tackle tough problems alongside other scientists and engineers. People who will challenge your ideas. Who you can really learn from, and collaborate with. And you’ll be doing work that matters to a lot of people, too. Our investors include some of the world’s largest retirement funds, research institutions, educational endowments, healthcare systems and foundations. We admire what they do, and we’re proud to serve these organizations.

You Will Take On The Following Responsibilities

Independently research and develop hypotheses based on diverse and unique real-world datasets.
Conduct literature reviews to develop and apply cutting–edge methodologies for extracting meaningful signals from our vast data holdings.
Partner with our engineers and business stakeholders to rigorously explore and test your theories.
All the while, you’ll remain engaged in the academic community. As examples, you can:
Join our reading circles to stay up–to–date on the latest research papers in your fields
Attend academic seminars to learn from thought leaders from top universities
The internship program lasts 10 weeks in the summer and takes place at our Soho-based, New York City office. You will partner with an assigned mentor and work on a single project during the course of your time here, which will culminate in a final presentation at the conclusion of the program.

You Should Possess The Following Qualifications

Are pursuing a degree in a technical or quantitative discipline, like chemistry, computer science, economics, statistics, or quantitative social science, with approximately one year remaining in your programs (all levels welcome, from bachelor’s to doctorate)
Proficient in Python and SQL
Performed an in‑depth research project, examining real‑world data
Are an independent thinker who can creatively approach data analysis and communicate complex ideas clearly
You don’t need a background in finance. It’s nice to have, but more than half of Two Sigma’s employees come from outside the finance industry. If you’ve got the research skills, we can teach you the financial aspects of the job.