Quantitative Research Intern, PhD (Summer 2027)

Optiver is a leading technology- and research-driven trading firm. As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will work alongside researchers, engineers, and traders to tackle challenging quantitative problems, analyze data, and develop predictive models to enhance trading strategies.

What you'll do:

• Develop predictive models and machine learning systems to better understand market behavior and identify trading opportunities
• Analyze large-scale market and order-flow data to uncover signals, evaluate hypotheses, and improve trading performance
• Build and test statistical and stochastic models for pricing, forecasting, and risk management
• Apply modern research techniques, including deep learning and AI-enabled workflows, to accelerate discovery and improve research efficiency

What they're looking for:

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Statistics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, or a related STEM field with outstanding academic performance
• Expected graduation between December 2027 – June 2029 and available to intern during Summer 2027
• Open to full-time opportunities upon graduation in 2028 or 2029
• Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics
• Excellent research, analytical, and modeling skills
• Experience applying machine learning methods to real-world research problems, such as time-series analysis, prediction, forecasting, pattern recognition, optimization, or decision-making
• Proficiency in any programming language
• Strong interest in working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

• Optiver is supportive of US immigration sponsorship for this role.
• The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
• The opportunity to earn a return internship or full-time offer in Chicago, Austin, or New York City based on performance
• A highly-competitive internship compensation package
• Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends
• Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch, snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues, and more