Trading Internship - Boston Summer 2026

Gelber Group•Boston, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Gelber Group is seeking highly motivated individuals to participate in a summer program relevant to Gelber’s trading strategies. This internship will cover the basics of liquid capital markets, the various ways in which Gelber engages these markets, and the tools and technology that link us to the markets. Interns will be assigned directly to a Trading desk to work closely with Traders and the Head of the Desk. The program focuses on teaching necessary skills, providing difficult and interesting problems to solve, and offering hands-on learning with immediate exposure to senior leaders. Interns will gain a thorough understanding of financial markets, collaborate with an Automated Trading Desk on real-world problems, navigate the research process, and develop an understanding of Gelber's trading strategies. The goals of the internship include constructing a strong research process, gaining significant knowledge of quantitative research and trading concepts, and helping interns determine if this is the career they want to pursue.

Requirements

Curiosity, self-motivation, strong communication skills, and an ability to collaborate with others.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to learn, understand, and apply new concepts.
Making progress towards a master’s or PhD (STEM field not a prerequisite).

Responsibilities

Cover basics of liquid capital markets.
Learn about the various ways Gelber engages these markets.
Understand the tools and technology that link Gelber to the markets.
Work closely with Traders and the Head of the Desk on a Trading desk.
Tackle real-world problems relevant to the current market environment and industry.
Navigate the research process.
Showcase analytical expertise.
Develop an understanding of the various trading strategies Gelber trades.