Technology Co-op with RIT

SIG Susquehanna; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

On-site Wellness Center

Fully stocked kitchens

Job summary

Susquehanna is offering a co-op opportunity where students directly impact day-to-day technology projects across our trading-focused teams. You will work with engineers, researchers, and traders to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios in a fast-paced environment.

The program emphasizes strong GPA, prior co-op experience, and the ability to learn quickly while collaborating effectively. Housing is provided and the company features on-site wellness facilities and numerous social and

Qualifications

• Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Math, Physics or other technical major preferred
• Strong GPA
• Must have already completed a minimum of one co-op
• Strong communication skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Must be a self starter, a quick learner, and resourceful in solving problems
• Ability to work as part of a team while having the confidence to act autonomously
• Attention to detail; ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of technologies related to specific technical domain (including but not limited to: Windows/Linux operating systems, TCP/IP routers, switches, networking and security technologies, firewalls)
• Experience in the financial services industry or completion of finance/investment related coursework a plus

Responsibilities

• Support technology teams on real-world projects
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and traders
• Learn Susquehanna’s business and technology stack

Skills

Strong communication

Self starter

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Fast learner

Problem solving

Education

Technical major (CS/IT/Engineering/Math/Physics or similar)

Tools

Networking & security techs (Windows/Linux, TCP/IP, firewalls)

Job description

Overview

Susquehanna’s co-op students directly impact day-to-day projects in our technology teams. The Susquehanna Co-op Program gives you an opportunity to apply what you learn in class to real world scenarios. We offer co-op classes at Susquehanna designed to further familiarize you with our business, the markets, and the different entities that operate under the Susquehanna umbrella.

With experts in almost every discipline, we build some of the most powerful trading systems in the financial industry. By integrating sophisticated coding techniques with innovative engineering ideas, we design and optimize systems that can process massive amounts of data while still ensuring high performance and stability. We focus on the entire technology stack, always with an eye towards evolving a stable, scalable, optimized technology environment with minimized risk.

What we're looking for

• Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Math, Physics or other technical major preferred
• Strong GPA
• Must have already completed a minimum of one co-op
• Strong communication skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Must be a self starter, a quick learner, and resourceful in solving problems
• Ability to work as part of a team while having the confidence to act autonomously
• Attention to detail; ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of technologies related to specific technical domain (including but not limited to: Windows/Linux operating systems, TCP/IP routers, switches, networking and security technologies, firewalls)
• Experience in the financial services industry or completion of finance/investment related coursework a plus

What’s in it for you

• Housing will be provided
• Relaxed dress code (jeans and sneakers are the norm and team jerseys every Friday)
• Co-op classes designed to teach about Susquehanna’s business and encourage professional development
• Fully stocked kitchens for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages
• A forty thousand square-foot state of the art fitness facility with brand-new equipment, multi-purpose courts, group exercise classes, and locker room spaces
• Discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions
• Social events such as a poker tournament, holiday party, company outings, and more
• On-site Wellness Center
• On-site services such as a mailroom, barber, dry cleaning, and car maintenance
• Opportunities to give back to the community through Susquehanna sponsored events and donation drives

Dates for this co-op will be: Mid-Jan to End of May

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.