Expressions of Interest - Quantitative Research Internship, Bachelor or Master (Summer 2028 - Shanghai)

The role

You will complete lectures and coursework on trading fundamentals before joining a research team. You will apply knowledge to real-world scenarios to optimize pricing models and trading strategies.

What you will do

• Complete a series of lectures and coursework on trading fundamentals.
• Apply knowledge to real-world scenarios to contribute to trading success.
• Ensure the accuracy of core pricing models.
• Work with traders to enhance various aspects of trading strategies.
• Use statistical models and machine learning to develop trading algorithms.
• Develop risk management and portfolio optimisation tools.
• Leverage big data technologies to analyse high-frequency trading strategies and market microstructure.
• Build stochastic models to determine the fair value of financial derivatives.
• Combine quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation for pricing engines.
• Collaborate with developers to test and implement enhancements to trading systems.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's university student, graduating in 2029.
• Majoring in a quantitative field.
• Inquisitive and critical thinker.
• Passion for quantitative problems and working in collaborative, dynamic environments.
• Programming experience in any language (C, C++, Python, JAVA, etc.).
• Ability to carry a project on your own in a structured way within a short timeframe.
• Experience in working with large datasets.
• Able to clearly articulate in both verbal and written English.

Nice to have

• Experience in machine learning and time-series analysis is a big plus.
• Preference towards Python.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration, including an attractive bonus structure and additional leave entitlements.
• Opportunity to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers.
• Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
• Daily breakfast, lunch and in-house barista.
• Gym membership, sports and leisure activities, plus weekly in-house chair massages.
• Regular social events, clubs and Friday afternoon drinks.

Before you apply

• Submit application materials in English: Resume and Academic transcripts.
• We accept one application per role per year.
• If you have previously applied to this position during this season and have been unsuccessful, you can re-apply when the next recruitment season begins in 2027.

About the company

Optiver is one of the world's leading tech-driven trading firms.