Quantitative Research Intern (Summer 2027)
About The Position
AXQ Capital is a global quantitative investment firm with offices in New York, Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. We pursue consistent alpha through rigorous scientific research and sustained investment in technology and data infrastructure. Our strategies are deployed across global markets, spanning multiple geographies, asset classes, and trading horizons. We are growing quickly, and our interns are a core part of how we hire: you will work directly with senior researchers and portfolio managers on research that is meant to trade, and strong performers receive full-time offers.
Requirements
- Undergraduate or graduate student at a top-tier university in a quantitative field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, financial engineering)
- Strong foundation in probability and statistics, including statistical modeling, time-series analysis, and machine learning
- Proficient in Python for data analysis and research
- Intellectually curious and quick to learn, with a genuine interest in quantitative finance
- Clear communicator who works well in a team and under pressure
Nice To Haves
- Publications in leading academic journals or conferences
- Strong results in national or international Olympiads (math, physics, or computer science)
Responsibilities
- Developing and refining quantitative trading strategies under the guidance of experienced portfolio managers and researchers
- Applying tools from probability, statistics, and machine learning to uncover patterns and predictive signals in market data
- Leveraging agentic AI workflows to accelerate the research cycle — from hypothesis generation to automated backtesting and analysis
- Transforming raw, messy datasets into research-ready inputs that power alpha discovery
- Exploring portfolio construction and optimization techniques that combine individual strategies into robust, risk-managed portfolios
Benefits
- The internship concludes with a presentation to senior management and the opportunity to earn a full-time return offer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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