Quantitative Research Intern: Build Next-Gen Trading Models

Citadel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 204,750 - 263,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Housing stipend

Company-sponsored travel

On-site fitness and wellness amenities

Catered meals

Networking events

Job summary

Citadel internship program offers an 11-week quantitative research experience in New York, Greenwich, or Miami. You will conceptualize valuation strategies, develop mathematical models, and translate algorithms into code with senior team collaboration to push the boundaries of data-driven trading.

The program runs June through August with some flexibility. Interns may receive a sign-on bonus, housing stipend or covered living accommodations, company-sponsored travel, and on-site perks such as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative field.
• Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., ML, time-series, pattern recognition, NLP).
• Experience in a data-driven research environment and translating models into code (Python/R/C++).
• Independent research experience and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop and improve mathematical models, and translate algorithms into code.
• Back test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environment.
• Use unconventional data sources to drive innovation.
• Conduct research and statistical analysis to build monetization systems for trading signals.

Skills

Mathematics/Statistics

Data-driven research

Programming (Python/R/C++)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

C++

Job description

Citadel internship program offers an 11-week quantitative research experience in New York, Greenwich, or Miami. You will conceptualize valuation strategies, develop mathematical models, and translate algorithms into code with senior team collaboration to push the boundaries of data-driven trading.

The program runs June through August with some flexibility. Interns may receive a sign-on bonus, housing stipend or covered living accommodations, company-sponsored travel, and on-site perks such as