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2027 PhD Quantitative Research Intern

Schonfeld
Location
New York, New York, United States
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Internship
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Current PhD student in a quantitative or technical field such as statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science
  • Excellent programming skills in languages such as Python, C, C++, Java, SQL, or R
  • Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, time-series analysis and forecasting, pattern recognition, NLP)
  • Ability to communicate research ideas clearly and succinctly
  • Creative problem-solving skills and experience working with real-world datasets
  • Strong attention to detail
Nice to have
  • Previous financial industry experience
  • An advanced degree in a quantitative or technical field
What the job really is

As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will collaborate with researchers and developers on projects aimed at enhancing predictive algorithms and conducting alpha research. Your responsibilities will include designing predictive signals, backtesting hypotheses, and analyzing alternative data. Throughout the 10-week internship, you'll have opportunities to learn from senior team members and network with peers.

Benefits
  • 10-week internship program
  • Opportunity to collaborate with senior team members
  • Networking and social events
  • Dedicated manager and mentor for guidance
  • Learning sessions and hands-on skills workshops
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technologies or tools used in the research projects
  • Internship duration is relatively short, which may limit depth of experience
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