Quantitative Research Intern BSMS Summer 2027

IMC Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 212,500 - 287,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mentor program

Networking events

Job summary

IMC Trading offers a 10-week internship for aspiring Quant Researchers in Chicago. You will work with a mentor to explore new research ideas and build custom analysis tools that could be deployed into production.

Throughout the program you will deepen knowledge of options theory, market making, algorithm complexity and trades analysis, with opportunities to secure a full-time Graduate Quant Researcher position after the internship.

Qualifications

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 - July 2028 pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in mathematics, engineering, statistics, physics, computer science or another highly quantitative field.
• Strong numerical, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for research and solving complex problems.
• Creative thinker driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition.
• Experience in Python, C, or C++ is highly desired.
• Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Quant Researchers on real projects with potential business impact.
• Enhance understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction.
• Develop research skills with mentor and intern lead feedback.
• Build connections in an environment that rewards problem solving and teamwork.
• Engage in professional development sessions to envision your future at IMC.
• Attend a full schedule of events and social activities with your cohort and current employees.

Skills

Quantitative mindset

Numerical analysis

Problem solving

Creative thinking

Education

Quantitative degree program

Tools

Python

C

C++

Job description

Our 10-week internship is your chance to experience life as a Quant Researcher at IMC. You will work alongside your mentor to explore new research ideas and build custom analysis tools that may be deployed into production. Throughout the summer, there will be opportunities to enhance your knowledge of options theory, market making, algorithm complexity and trades analysis. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full time Graduate Quant Researcher position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!

Your Core Responsibilities

• Team up with Quant Researchers to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
• Enhance your understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction
• Develop your research skills with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
• Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
• Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
• Attend a full-schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees

Your Skills & Experience

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 - July 2028 that is pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field
• Superior numerical, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Has a passion for research and solving complex problems
• A creative thinker who is driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition
• Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired
• Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027

Compensation

Base Salary: $250,000