Quantitative Research Intern, Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
OptiverChicago, Illinois, United States • Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Posted July 1, 2025
70000 - 80000 USD year
Internship
About the Company
Optiver is a leading global electronic market maker dedicated to improving market liquidity and access across asset classes.
Job Description
As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will work with our Research Team to develop and enhance trading models, tackle a practical research project, and use your skills to predict market movements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related STEM field
- Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2028
- Available to intern during Summer 2026
- Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics
- Excellent research, analytical, and modeling skills
- Independent research experience
- Proficiency in any programming language
- Experience in machine learning, with practical applications in time-series analysis and pattern recognition
- Strong interest in working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Internship compensation package
- Return internship or full-time offer in Chicago, Austin, New York City, or Amsterdam based on performance
- Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends
- Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more