Quantitative Research Intern (BS/MS) - Summer 2027

Summary

IMC Trading is a global trading firm that offers a 10-week internship program for aspiring Quant Researchers. Interns will collaborate with experienced researchers on impactful projects, enhance their knowledge of options theory, and develop valuable research skills under mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Team up with Quant Researchers to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
• Enhance your understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction
• Develop your research skills with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
• Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
• Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
• Attend a full-schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees

Skills

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 – July 2028 that is pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field
• Superior numerical, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Has a passion for research and solving complex problems
• A creative thinker who is driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition
• Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027
• Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 – July 2028 that is pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field
• Superior numerical, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Has a passion for research and solving complex problems
• A creative thinker who is driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition
• Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027

Nice to Haves

• Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Benefits, including paid leave and insurance