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Virtu FinancialNew York City, NYInternship

2027 Internship - Quantitative Researcher (PhD)

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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.