WorldQuant is hiring a
Quantitative Research Intern

Summary

WorldQuant is seeking interns for a 3-6 month program starting in 2025. Interns will work alongside experienced quantitative researchers, strategists, and portfolio managers, supporting various investment processes. The internship offers opportunities for attending conferences, traveling to other offices, workshops, collaboration with other teams, and career development guidance.

Requirements

• Candidates holding or pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Math, Physics, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or other quantitative fields with excellent academic records
• Python and shell scripting are required. Other programming languages are a plus (e.g., R, K, C#, C++, Matlab...)
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills are required

Responsibilities

Supporting various investment professionals across the quantitative investment process

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience translating mathematical concepts into code
• Any prior quantitative research experience or working in a data-intensive research environment is a plus
• Application of machine learning, NLP, or AI techniques is a plus

Benefits

Opportunities to attend conferences, travel to other WQ offices, workshops to refine research skills, collaboration opportunities with other teams, and guidance sessions on career development and your next steps