Quantitative Trading Intern Summer 2027

About the role#

This nine-week summer internship offers students an immersive experience on the Flow Traders trading floor in New York. Running from early June through early August, the program provides a comprehensive view of market-making activities and the role of a Trader in global financial markets. You will work alongside experienced professionals to understand how arbitrage opportunities are identified and how trading desks are optimized.

What you'll do#

• Learn directly from industry leaders on the New York trading floor.
• Participate in structured educational courses and hands-on trading simulations.
• Develop and test trading strategies through project-based work using quantitative models and trading tools.
• Collaborate with Traders and Quantitative Researchers to solve real-world trading challenges.
• Engage in intern events and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

What you'll need#

• Current candidate for a Bachelor’s degree at a United States institution, with a preference for the Class of 2028.
• Academic background in Finance, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
• Demonstrable interest in trading and global financial markets.
• Excellent mental math, quantitative, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and an affinity for scientific programming or development languages.
• Ability to think on your feet, reason logically, and deliver under pressure.

Location & details#

• Location: New York, New York.
• Term: Summer 2027.
• Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position.
• Compensation: The role includes a prorated base salary of $150,000, and employees are eligible for an annual discretionary variable remuneration based on performance. Housing and accommodations assistance is provided.