Summer Internship Program 2026 – Quantitative Engineer Intern

Overview

Job Purpose

The ICE Internship Program offers a dynamic opportunity to combine hands-on, impactful work on projects that shape our business, alongside practical career and professional development. You'll build meaningful connections, strengthen your interpersonal skills, and contribute in ways that truly make a difference.

Beyond your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll participate in weekly sessions led by industry leaders, connect with fellow interns, and deepen your understanding of the financial services, technology, and mortgage industries.

The Quantitative Engineer Intern will work with the Clearing Technology team to support initiatives that improve risk-related processes and help maintain stable market operations, especially during periods of volatility.

Responsibilities

• Develop reference implementations for testing platform applications, based on technical business requirements
• Demonstrate a passion for finding software bugs in complex algorithms

• Implement, maintain, and troubleshoot test harnesses, including implementations for various quantitative models (e.g., derivative pricing models, hedging strategies, interest rate models etc.)

• Engage with business partners and contribute to projects that drive significant value
• Perform additional duties and contribute to projects as assigned

Knowledge and Experience

• Must be currently pursuing a master’s degree or higher in Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Apply statistical and modeling tools (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB) to support quantitative analysis and algorithm development
• Assist with data processing tasks, including writing SQL queries and calculating custom statistics on large datasets
• Contribute to financial modeling efforts using Python, with exposure to derivatives and pricing concepts
• Demonstrate strong communication and computer skills; progress toward CFA, FRM, or similar credentials is a plus

Internship Program ScheduleTo accommodate varying academic calendars, the ICE Internship Program offers two schedule options:

• Option 1: May 18, 2026 – August 7, 2026
• Option 2: June 8, 2026 – August 21, 2026

Candidates will be asked to select their preferred session during the application process.

Please Note: Interns must be available to work full-time, five days a week, at our Atlanta office for the entire duration of one of the designated program schedules. Partial participation or alternate dates cannot be accommodated.

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Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.