WorldQuant is hiring a
Data Science Intern

Summary

WorldQuant is seeking exceptional individuals to join the firm as a Data Science Intern in Beijing or Shanghai. The intern will perform analysis and generate models of financial datasets using machine learning techniques, verify the integrity of unstructured data, develop and create data to predict financial market movements, and more. The internship offers mentoring, competitive compensation, flexibility, employee activities, and opportunities to exchange ideas with various teams in WorldQuant global offices.

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree from a leading university in related fields (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Big Data)
• Demonstrated ability of at least one programming language, e.g. C++, python, etc.; familiar with systems like Linux/Unix
• Research experience in NLP, Deep Learning is a plus
• Good English reading and writing skills

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and generate models of financial datasets using machine learning techniques
• Verify the integrity of unstructured data and turn data into potentially valuable insights
• Develop and create data that seek to predict the movement of financial market by applying variety of algorithmic techniques

Benefits

• Join our established mentoring program and receive one-on-one guidance by an accomplished advisor during the internship
• Top performers during internship may be eligible for a full-time offer
• Competitive internship compensation
• Develop a global vision with opportunities to exchange ideas with various teams in WorldQuant global offices
• Flexibility of self-managed work progress, comfortable working environment, and rich employee activities