About the role#
We are seeking interns to join our Quantitative Research team in Austin. You will work alongside researchers and developers to design predictive signals and improve algorithms for trade execution, portfolio construction, and risk management. This 10-week program offers the chance to contribute to our quantitative trading business while working with senior team members.
What you'll do#
- Develop and improve software for quantitative research.
- Build scalable software systems.
- Use parallel computing to train machine learning models and process large datasets.
- Use AI tools to improve coding and analysis productivity.
- Collaborate with senior team members on research projects.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Statistics.
- Excellent programming skills in Python, C, C++, Java, SQL, or R.
- Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and software frameworks.
- Ability to communicate research ideas clearly and succinctly.
- Creative problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
- Previous financial industry experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Schonfeld
Schonfeld is a multi-strategy hedge fund established in 1988. Based in New York, the firm operates across five continents. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people. The company focuses on four core strategies including quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading, and discretionary macro and fixed income.
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