About the role#
We are looking for a Quantitative Research Intern to join our equities team for the Summer 2027 term. You will focus on generating systematic signals across multiple time horizons. You will work alongside senior researchers and traders to explore market data, develop predictive signals, and build models that directly inform real trading decisions. This is an opportunity to gain exposure to how quantitative research is applied at a proprietary trading firm.
What you'll do#
- Analyze market data to uncover patterns, inefficiencies, and predictive signals across different time horizons.
- Build and backtest quantitative models using historical market data in a simulation environment.
- Apply statistical and machine learning techniques, with an emphasis on tree-based methods, to enhance signal quality.
- Collaborate with traders and researchers to translate research insights into trading strategies.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of data pipelines for large-scale, high-frequency, and time-series market data.
- Iterate on research prototypes based on backtest results and team feedback under the guidance of mentors.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Physics.
- Expected graduation in 2027 or 2028.
- Strong proficiency in Python, including standard data science libraries like pandas and NumPy.
- A foundation in statistics and quantitative analysis.
- Genuine curiosity about financial markets and market microstructure.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience in high-frequency research or longer-term signal generation is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About DV Trading LLC
DV Trading LLC is a proprietary trading firm based in Chicago. Founded in 2006, the organization operates as part of the DV Group of financial services firms. It employs 595 people across offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm uses its own capital and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to global financial markets.
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