Expressions of Interest - Quantitative Research Internship, PhD (Summer 2028 -Shanghai)

About the role

Optiver’s Shanghai Quantitative Research Internship offers PhD students graduating during 2029 the opportunity to work with researchers and traders on real-life research projects. Interns analyse market data, develop algorithms, risk and portfolio tools, and improve trading systems while gaining training, mentorship, and potential consideration for a graduate quantitative researcher role.

Responsibilities

• Analyse data to implement algorithms supporting and improving existing pricing models.
• Develop risk management and portfolio optimisation tools for execution algorithms.
• Work with petabytes of low-latency, high-frequency market data.
• Collaborate with developers to test and improve trading system changes.
• Monitor developments in quantitative models and related technologies.

What the Internship Offers

• Work alongside researchers and traders on projects directly affecting trading strategies.
• Receive training, mentorship, and personal development opportunities.
• Potentially receive an offer for a graduate quantitative researcher position based on summer performance.
• Access competitive remuneration, an attractive bonus structure, and additional leave entitlements.
• Enjoy meals, gym membership, sports activities, social events, clubs, and other workplace benefits.

Application

• The internship is based on the trading floor in Shanghai, China mainland.
• Submit application materials in English through the online application form.
• Provide a resume and academic transcripts covering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD study, if applicable.