Quantitative Research Intern

Summary

Join WorldQuant as a Quantitative Research Intern and contribute to the development of systematic financial strategies. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on computer-based models that predict global financial market movements. You will also be part of our established mentoring program and receive one-on-one guidance from an accomplished advisor.

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)
• Candidates should be graduating in late 2025 or 2026
• Demonstrated ability of at least one programming language, e.g. C++, python, etc.; familiar with systems like Linux/Unix
• Good English reading and writing skills

Responsibilities

• Have a strong understanding of the investment research process to build computer-based models that seek to predict the movements of the global financial markets
• Analyze and apply various types of data to the financial markets through rigorous exploration and unconstrained thinking

Benefits

• Top performers during internship may be eligible for a full-time offer
• Competitive internship compensation
• Join our established mentoring program and receive one-on-one guidance by an accomplished advisor during the internship
• 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