Quantitative Research Intern, Summer 2027

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm specializing in options market-making and cutting-edge technology. They are seeking Quantitative Research Interns to develop trading strategies and quantitative models using statistical and machine learning algorithms during their 10-week internship program in Chicago.

What you'll do:

• Develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms
• Design and implement optimization algorithms for portfolio construction
• Develop quantitative models describing market behavior
• Advance existing initiatives and explore opportunities for new research topics

What they're looking for:

• Pursuing a bachelor's, masters or PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics (or a related subject)
• Expertise in statistics and machine learning
• Experience building mathematical models for complex real-world problems
• Intermediate programming skills in Python
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role
• Must graduate by August 2028
• GPA of 3.5 or above
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment including F-1 students using CPT, OPT or STEM