Futures & Options Trading Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

The role

The intern will support the derivatives trading desk by analyzing market data and evaluating trading strategies. They will work closely with traders and quantitative researchers on quantitative modeling and real-time trading operations.

What you will do

• Conduct quantitative analysis of futures and options markets across asset classes
• Assist in developing and backtesting trading strategies
• Analyze implied volatility, option Greeks, and volatility surfaces
• Monitor market movements, news, and macroeconomic indicators
• Support real-time trading decisions with data-driven insights
• Build dashboards, reports, and analytical tools
• Perform statistical analysis of historical market data
• Assist with position monitoring, P&L tracking, and risk reporting
• Identify pricing anomalies and relative-value opportunities
• Document models, methodologies, and findings

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics / Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics (quantitative t
• Strong understanding of derivatives (futures and options)
• Solid foundation in probability, statistics, and linear algebra
• Proficiency in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Matplotlib or similar) or R or C++
• Ability to work with large datasets
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Nice to have

• Knowledge of option pricing models (e.g., Black-Scholes, binomial trees)
• Familiarity with volatility modeling and Greeks
• Experience with time-series analysis or machine learning
• Exposure to financial markets and trading concepts
• Experience with SQL, R, or C++
• Familiarity with Bloomberg or other market data platforms

Benefits

• Direct exposure to professional trading environments
• Mentorship from experienced traders and quantitative analysts
• Hands-on experience with real market data
• Understanding of risk management and portfolio construction
• Opportunity to contribute to live trading strategies
• Potential pathway to full-time roles

About the company

DV Securities is a registered broker-dealer and a member of both FINRA and FICC, with a core focus on fixed income markets. It is part of the broader DV ecosystem, a global network of trading firms active across futures, equities, and structured products.