Data Scientist Intern – 2027

About the role

Hudson River Trading is seeking full-time STEM students for a London Data Science Summer Internship. Interns investigate financial and alternative data, build features, validate data quality, and support research and trading. The program offers independent Python projects, technical mentorship, and exposure to algorithmic-trading infrastructure and global financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Normalize and validate vendor data for research, automated trading, and risk management.
• Extract features from quantitative and textual data using rigorous analytical methods.
• Apply quality checks and investigate methodologies for improving data quality.
• Complete independent data investigation projects in Python using pandas, polars, and open-source libraries.

Program Experience

• Gain hands-on exposure to data, modeling, and engineering practices in algorithmic trading.
• Learn about HRT’s research and trading infrastructure and global financial markets.
• Receive technical mentorship while completing project-based internship work.

Requirements

• Be a full-time student pursuing a degree in a STEM field; computer science is not required.
• Have Python programming experience equivalent to Python for Data Analysis by Wes McKinney.
• Demonstrate curiosity about working with data and finding insights.
• Show exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Additional Information

• Independent data projects and Kaggle competitions are advantageous.
• Weekly base salary is GBP 4,350, with company-paid housing, meals, and other perks.
• Applicants may apply to only one role; applications are considered across open positions.
• AI tools are prohibited during interviews or assessments unless instructed or agreed.