About the role#
As a Quantitative Trading Analyst Intern, you will gain exposure to the intersection of trading and technology. You will work on a small team, combining research, risk management, and technology to identify optimal investment strategies. Over the course of 10 weeks, you will complete project-based assignments and present your findings to senior leadership.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with senior traders, technologists, and quantitative researchers on the trading desk.
- Develop and improve trading strategies through hands-on project work.
- Conduct market research projects, ranging from macroeconomic data analysis to the application of machine learning techniques on market tick data.
- Manage position tracking, calculate risk, and analyze theoretical values.
- Participate in an options course and a technology immersion course.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in mathematics, economics, physics, statistics, computer science, or an engineering-related field, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Advanced quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Python programming.
- Strong communication skills to advocate for ideas clearly and concisely.
- Self-motivation and a willingness to take on challenges and responsibility.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Support: DRW provides fully furnished housing near the office and assigns an experienced mentor to each intern.
