Futures & Options Trading Intern — Quantitative Markets Explorer

DV Trading; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

DV Securities, based in New York, invites applications for a Futures & Options Trading Analyst Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with traders and researchers on quantitative modeling, data analysis, and real-time trading support.

Ideal candidates are pursuing advanced degrees in quantitative fields and possess strong Python/R/C++ skills, plus a solid foundation in math, statistics, and finance. This internship offers hands-on market exposure and potential full-time pathways.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics (quantitative track).
• Strong understanding of derivatives (futures and options).
• Proficiency in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Matplotlib) or R or C++.
• Ability to work with large datasets.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative analysis of futures and options markets across asset classes (equities, rates, FX, commodities).
• Assist in developing and backtesting trading strategies.
• Analyze implied volatility, option Greeks, and volatility surfaces.
• Monitor market movements, news, and macroeconomic indicators.
• Support real-time trading decisions with data-driven insights.
• Build dashboards, reports, and analytical tools.
• Perform statistical analysis of historical market data.
• Assist with position monitoring, P&L tracking, and risk reporting.
• Identify pricing anomalies and relative-value opportunities.
• Document models, methodologies, and findings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD track in quantitative fields

Mathematics / Applied Mathematics

Statistics

Financial Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

R

C++

Job description

DV Securities, based in New York, invites applications for a Futures & Options Trading Analyst Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with traders and researchers on quantitative modeling, data analysis, and real-time trading support.

Ideal candidates are pursuing advanced degrees in quantitative fields and possess strong Python/R/C++ skills, plus a solid foundation in math, statistics, and finance. This internship offers hands-on market exposure and potential full-time pathways.