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Futures & Options Trading Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

DV Trading
Location
New York
Posted
26 days ago
Department
DV Securities
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics / Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics (quantitative track)
  • Strong understanding of derivatives (futures and options)
  • Solid foundation in probability, statistics, and linear algebra
  • Proficiency in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Matplotlib or similar) or R or C++
  • Ability to work with large datasets
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Nice to have
  • Knowledge of option pricing models (e.g., Black-Scholes, binomial trees)
  • Familiarity with volatility modeling and Greeks
  • Experience with time-series analysis or machine learning
  • Exposure to financial markets and trading concepts
  • Experience with SQL, R, or C++
What the job really is

The Futures & Options Trading Analyst Intern will support the derivatives trading desk by conducting quantitative analysis of futures and options markets, developing and backtesting trading strategies, and assisting in risk management activities. The intern will collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers to analyze market data, monitor market movements, and support real-time trading decisions with data-driven insights.

Benefits
  • Direct exposure to professional trading environments
  • Mentorship from experienced traders and quantitative analysts
  • Hands-on experience with real market data
  • Understanding of risk management and portfolio construction
  • Opportunity to contribute to live trading strategies
  • Potential pathway to full-time roles
Things to weigh
  • Internship duration is only 4 weeks
  • Compensation rate is $18.75/hr
  • No mention of remote work options or flexibility in hours
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