Quantitative Researcher Internship

Quantbot Technologies is a leading global quantitative investment firm deploying systematic strategies across asset classes. At the heart of our approach is large-scale research powered by advanced computing infrastructure and petabytes of comprehensive market and historical data. We combine rigorous scientific methods with modern statistical and machine learning techniques to discover, test, and implement novel investment ideas.

As a Quantitative Researcher Intern, you will gain first-hand experience in the research process that drives systematic investing. You’ll analyze large datasets, explore new modeling approaches, and work closely with experienced researchers to design, test, and refine quantitative strategies. This internship offers the opportunity to develop your research skills, strengthen your programming and statistical toolkit, and learn how advanced computing resources are applied in a professional research setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research focused on alpha discovery and systematic strategy design.
• Review and evaluate the latest advances in quantitative methods, machine learning, and artificial intelligence
• Develop and test models using statistical, econometric, and machine learning methods.
• Analyze large-scale financial and alternative datasets to uncover patterns and opportunities.
• Collaborate with researchers on projects involving model evaluation, validation, and improvement.
• Enhance internal research tools and workflows to support data analysis and model development.
• Present research outcomes to the team, including insights and potential next steps.
• Utilize high-performance and cloud computing resources to accelerate research experiments.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in a STEM field (e.g., statistics, computer science, mathematics), ideally with one year left in your academic program. 
• Proficiency in Python, C, or C++.
• Experience with real-world data research.
• Finance knowledge is beneficial but not essential.

Program DetailsThis 10-week program runs from June to August, offering training and support with a dedicated mentor. Successful interns may receive full-time job offers.

Our Culture
Join a global team that values a relaxed, collaborative environment. Enjoy company outings, traditional Friday lunches, and a focus on work-life balance. Quantbot is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. Join us for a dynamic opportunity to grow with a pioneering quant firm and acquire skills for your future career.

Quantbot is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or age.

The annual base pay for this role is expected to be between $175,000 and $200,000 which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. The expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. Actual compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of factors such as skills, qualifications and experience and level of education.