Quantitative Intern (Summer 2027)

Optiver • Chicago, IL

7d • $70,000 - $88,000

About The Position

As a Quantitative Intern at Optiver, you will work alongside traders, researchers, and engineers to solve complex problems in global financial markets. You will learn how quantitative research, data, technology, and AI-enabled tools are used to identify opportunities, test ideas, and support decision-making. The internship includes hands-on project work, mentorship, and training led by Optiver's Education team.

The interview process assesses candidates' strengths, interests, and skills to determine fit. Candidates may be considered for either a Quant Trading or Quant Research internship offer. The program combines structured education, market simulations, and exposure to modern research and AI tools to help interns apply quantitative thinking to real-world challenges.

Optiver is a technology- and research-driven trading firm whose scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and traders work together to develop, test, and scale ideas for global markets. The firm describes its environment as collaborative and high-performing, and supports US immigration sponsorship for this role. This is a Summer 2027 internship. The listed base salary range is $70,000–$88,000 USD; offers are determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2029, with sophomore standing or higher.
• Available to intern during Summer 2027.
• Open to full-time opportunities upon graduation.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and logical reasoning skills.
• A solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics.
• Experience with programming or scripting in Python or another language.
• Strong interest in financial markets, quantitative research, and decision-making.
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of financial markets, quantitative trading, and the research and technology that support them.
• Analyze complex datasets, investigate market behavior, and uncover insights to inform decision-making.
• Apply quantitative and programming skills to real trading challenges and build useful tools.
• Strengthen decision-making skills through live market simulations and hands-on experience.
• Explore how AI tools can accelerate research, experimentation, and quantitative decision-making.
• Learn from experienced traders and researchers in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive internship compensation package.
• Flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends covered by Optiver.
• Office perks including breakfast, lunch, snacks, regular social events, clubs, and sporting leagues.
• Opportunity to earn a return internship or full-time offer in Chicago, Austin, New York City, or Amsterdam based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern