Quantitative Trading Internship (Summer 2027 - Shanghai)

About the role

This eight-week Shanghai internship gives quantitative university students hands-on exposure to market making, options trading, and algorithmic strategy development. Through structured training, simulated trading, historical-data analysis, and live trading projects, interns work with experienced traders and researchers and may receive an offer to return as Graduate Quantitative Traders.

Responsibilities

• Complete coursework covering options pricing, financial markets, trading strategies, and trading technology.
• Trade options using live market data in a simulated trading environment.
• Analyse historical data, develop an algorithmic trading strategy, and backtest its performance.
• Collaborate with traders and researchers on projects influencing trading approaches and market responses.
• Gain exposure to several trading teams and develop practical market-making experience.

Training and Program

• Participate in an eight-week summer internship in Shanghai during 2027.
• Receive derivative theory and trading fundamentals training from former traders and engineers.
• Access mentorship, personal development opportunities, and hands-on trading experience.
• High-performing interns may receive an offer to return as Graduate Quantitative Traders.

Candidate Profile

• University student graduating in 2028 or after September 2027, majoring in a quantitative field.
• Demonstrate strong logical reasoning, critical thinking, mathematical precision, and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Make fast decisions under pressure and challenge established approaches constructively.
• Work effectively in collaborative, dynamic environments and communicate clearly in spoken and written English.
• Show motivation to learn continuously and improve alongside industry experts.

Application

• Submit a resume and academic transcripts, including Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD records where applicable.
• Submit application materials in English through the online application form.
• Only one application per role is accepted per year.
• Applicants unsuccessful this season may reapply when the next recruitment season begins in 2027.
• Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Benefits

• Receive competitive remuneration, an attractive bonus structure, and additional leave entitlements.
• Work alongside diverse, highly capable colleagues in a collaborative environment.
• Receive daily breakfast, lunch, and access to an in-house barista.
• Access gym membership, sports activities, leisure activities, and weekly chair massages.
• Participate in social events, clubs, and Friday afternoon drinks.