Quantitative Trader/Researcher Summer Internship 2027

London. Posted 2 months ago

The role

Interns will rotate across two trading teams to assist in the design, implementation, and deployment of trading algorithms. You will research and enhance trading strategies and create tools to analyze complex data sets.

What you will do

Assist in the design, implementation, and deployment of high- or mid-frequency trading algorithms.
Research, refine, and enhance existing trading strategies with mentors.
Explore new trading ideas through in-depth analysis of financial market data.
Create tools to analyze complex data sets for patterns and signal identification.
Contribute to core libraries of analytical computations to support market data analysis and trading execution.

Required qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, and/or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Financial Engineering, or related quantitative fields
Penultimate-year students only
Strong background in Python and/or C++
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking
Passion for exploring new technologies, quantitative ideas, and financial markets
Ability to adapt and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

Generous paid time off policies
Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
Hybrid working opportunities
Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses
Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events
Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

About the company

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. The firm has a 25+ year track record of innovation and a reputation for discovering unique market opportunities.