Quantitative Research Intern — Trading Algorithms

Tradermath; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 228,000 - 264,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Gym & workout classes

Onsite Barista

Weekly happy hours/social events

Breakfast & Lunch

Transportation

Job summary

Virtu Financial invites applicants to join its Quantitative Researchers Internship in New York. This 10-week program delivers a rigorous curriculum, real problems, and mentorship from senior team members as you work on trading strategies and data-driven models.

Interns gain exposure to algorithmic research, hands-on projects, and weekly social events. A strong quantitative background and programming skills in C/C++ and Python are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (preferably PhD) in Science, Math, Engineering or other quantitative field.
• History of diverse, challenging coursework paired with a strong GPA.
• Exceptional quantitative, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Great communication skills and the ability to collaborate with peers.
• Ability to solve technical and or quantitative problems under pressure.
• Intellectually curious and self-motivated.
• Ability to communicate within and across teams, at a high and low level, on both technical and non-technical subjects.
• Ability to seek guidance and learn new skills from peers.
• Extraordinary mental flexibility and a high tolerance for ambiguity.
• Strong drive for success within a collaborative team.
• Interest in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Interns will work directly with senior members of the team on our trading strategies used in Virtu's market making business.
• Interns will apply quantitative analysis and research skills to discover patterns that can potentially improve our trading algorithms.
• Each intern will complete one to two projects with mentors and group support.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Pandas

Education

Advanced degree (preferably PhD) in Science, Math, Engineering or other quantitative field

Tools

Pandas

Job description

Virtu Financial invites applicants to join its Quantitative Researchers Internship in New York. This 10-week program delivers a rigorous curriculum, real problems, and mentorship from senior team members as you work on trading strategies and data-driven models.

Interns gain exposure to algorithmic research, hands-on projects, and weekly social events. A strong quantitative background and programming skills in C/C++ and Python are highly valued.