About the role#
We are looking for a Quantitative Research Intern to join our Equity Arbitrage team in New York. This role focuses on statistical modeling, financial markets, and systematic trading. You will work on equity relative value and arbitrage strategies alongside portfolio managers and researchers. You will apply mathematical and statistical techniques to solve real-world trading problems and contribute to live research initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Analyze large-scale equity and market datasets to find arbitrage opportunities and inefficiencies.
- Develop and implement quantitative models for equity arbitrage strategies.
- Conduct statistical testing, back testing, and validation of trading signals.
- Collaborate with researchers and developers to improve model performance and execution efficiency.
- Explore new data sources and features to improve predictive power.
- Contribute to research discussions and communicate findings to the team.
- Assist in improving research infrastructure, data pipelines, and model robustness.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a master's or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Engineering, or a related field.
- A strong foundation in probability, statistics, linear algebra, and optimization.
- Experience with time series analysis, regression, and machine learning techniques.
- Proficiency in Python or a similar programming language for data analysis and modeling.
- The ability to work with large datasets and extract meaningful insights.
- An interest in equity markets, arbitrage strategies, and systematic investing.
- Strong problem-solving ability and intellectual curiosity.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship based in New York, New York.
- The term is rolling.
- We do not offer sponsorship for this position.
About Jain Global
Jain Global is an investment management firm. It operates on a global scale. The company maintains its headquarters in New York. It was founded in 2023 and currently employs between 51 and 200 people.
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