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Programme
Internship
Location
New York City, NY
Duration
10 weeks
About the role
Virtu offers a 10-week Quantitative Researcher internship in New York for PhD students to work on real trading algorithm projects with senior mentors, including global training and social events.
Program Details
- 10-week internship based in New York.
- Ongoing training throughout the summer with a dedicated training week in New York or Austin.
- Interns work on real quantitative problems and projects.
- Multiple senior mentors provide guidance during the program.
- Social events and perks like onsite gym, barista, and meals.
- Transportation provided depending on location.
Role Responsibilities
- Improve trading algorithms by analyzing large data sets.
- Collaborate with traders, quants, and developers.
- Apply quantitative analysis to discover trading patterns.
- Complete one to two projects from different mentors.
- Learn about Virtu's market making business.
- Think creatively to develop new trading ideas.
Candidate Requirements
- Advanced degree (preferably PhD) in quantitative fields like Science, Math, or Engineering.
- Strong GPA with diverse and challenging coursework.
- Exceptional quantitative, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Proficient in C/C++, Python, and Pandas programming.
- Intellectually curious, self-motivated, and adaptable.
Application Process
- Initial resume screening followed by an online programming test via Hackerrank.
- Successful candidates contacted for next steps.
- Focus on technical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
Compensation and Benefits
- Weekly salary range: $5,000 - $5,800 (excluding bonuses and benefits).
- Access to onsite gym and workout classes.
- Weekly happy hours and social events.
- Breakfast and lunch provided onsite.
- Onsite barista available.