Expressions of Interest - Quantitative Research Internship, Bachelor or Master (Summer 2028 - Shanghai)

About the role

Eight-week Summer 2028 internship in Shanghai for quantitative Bachelor’s or Master’s students graduating in 2029. Interns receive trading education and mentorship, then join research teams to develop models, analyse market data, improve pricing and trading systems, and work with traders and developers. Strong performance may lead to a Graduate Quantitative Researcher offer.

Responsibilities

• Use statistical models and machine learning to develop and improve trading algorithms.
• Develop risk-management and portfolio-optimisation tools supporting execution algorithms.
• Analyse high-frequency trading strategies, market microstructure and financial instruments using big-data technologies.
• Build stochastic models to determine the fair value of financial derivatives.
• Improve pricing engines and libraries through quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation.
• Collaborate with developers to test enhancements to trading systems and improve trading performance.

Training and Development

• Complete lectures and coursework covering options pricing, financial markets, trading strategies and technology.
• Join research teams and apply newly acquired knowledge to real-world trading problems.
• Receive mentorship from senior researchers, traders, engineers and the in-house education team.
• Gain exposure to several research teams and potential quantitative research areas.
• High-performing interns may receive an offer to return as Graduate Quantitative Researchers.

Application

• Submit a resume and academic transcripts, including Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD records if applicable.
• Submit application materials in English through the online application form.
• Only one application per role is accepted each year.
• Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Benefits

• Receive competitive remuneration, including an attractive bonus structure and additional leave entitlements.
• Work alongside diverse, technically skilled colleagues in a collaborative environment.
• Access training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
• Receive daily breakfast, lunch and in-house barista services.
• Access gym membership, sports activities, leisure activities and weekly chair massages.
• Participate in social events, clubs and Friday afternoon drinks.