About the role#
We are looking for a Futures & Options Trading Analyst Intern to join our derivatives trading desk. This role provides hands-on experience with quantitative modeling, market data analysis, and real-time trading operations. You will work directly with traders and researchers to evaluate strategies and manage risk. This is a paid, four-week summer internship based in our New York office.
What you'll do#
- Conduct quantitative analysis of futures and options markets across asset classes like equities, rates, FX, and commodities.
- Assist in the development and backtesting of trading strategies.
- Analyze implied volatility, option Greeks, and volatility surfaces.
- Build dashboards, reports, and analytical tools to support trading decisions.
- Perform statistical analysis on historical market data.
- Monitor market movements, track P&L, and assist with risk reporting.
- Identify pricing anomalies and relative-value opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics.
- Strong understanding of derivatives, specifically futures and options.
- A solid foundation in probability, statistics, and linear algebra.
- Proficiency in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Matplotlib), R, or C++.
- Ability to work with and analyze large datasets.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Duration: 4 weeks.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $18.75 per hour.
About DV Trading LLC
DV Trading LLC is a proprietary trading firm based in Chicago. Founded in 2006, the organization operates as part of the DV Group of financial services firms. It employs 595 people across offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm uses its own capital and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to global financial markets.
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