Summer 2027 Quantitative Researcher Internship

Point72; New York (NY); On-site; USD 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in New York is seeking quantitative researcher interns for the summer of 2026. Ideal candidates will be PhD candidates in quantitative fields and possess strong analytical and programming skills in Python or C/C++. Interns will gain valuable experience working with full-time researchers on quantitative trading models and receive thorough training. Compensation ranges from $240,000 to $300,000 and will be prorated based on internship duration.

Qualifications

• PhD candidate should have strong analytical skills and be able to solve difficult problems rigorously.
• Strong programming skills in Python or C/C++ are required.
• Good communication skills and commitment to high ethical standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist full-time researchers on new quantitative trading models.
• Participate in rigorous training and develop research skills.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Programming skills in Python or C/C++

Knowledge of computational math

Good communication skills

Education

PhD candidate in math/physics/statistics/EE/CS

Job description

About Our Firm

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.

About Our Team

KEPL is a fast-growing team at Cubist Systematic Strategies. We specialize in trading medium-frequency statistical arbitrage strategies with high Sharpe. The team is made up of people from top universities and top tier trading and tech firms, including: D.E. Shaw, Two Sigma, Citadel, Meta, Google, etc. We have an open and collaborative culture, and we value rigorous research and innovative technologies.

Application Process

Please send CVs to [e-mail] with "2026 QR Summer Internship Application" in the subject line. When your application is received, we will consider you for all similar positions at Cubist.

Role / Experience

We are looking for exceptional students to be our quantitative researcher interns for the summer of 2026. An ideal candidate should have a strong passion and initiative to work in a start‑up environment. He/she should have strong analytical skills and be able to solve hard problems rigorously. Our typical intern candidates come from quantitative PhD programs of top US universities.

Internship Overview

Our internship program offers the unique KEPL experience. During the internship, our intern will receive rigorous and comprehensive trainings. He/she will develop strong research skills through working closely with our full‑time researchers on brand new quant trading models with real‑world impact. We will consider full‑time offers for interns after the internship.

Requirements

• PhD candidate in math/physics/statistics/EE/CS, or other quantitative fields
• Strong knowledge of computational math, probability, and statistics
• Strong analytical skills, with attention to details
• Willing to work in a fast‑paced start‑up environment
• Willing to learn and to take ownership
• Strong programming skills in Python or C/C++
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards

Compensation

The annual base salary is $240,000-$300,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.