Quantitative Intern (Summer 2027)

<p><span data-contrast="auto">As a Quantitative Intern at Optiver, you'll work alongside traders, researchers, and engineers to solve complex problems in global financial markets. You'll learn how quantitative research, data, technology, and AI-enabled tools come together to identify opportunities, test ideas, and drive decision-making in rapidly evolving markets. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Through</span><span data-contrast="auto"> hands-on project work, mentorship, and training led by Optiver's dedicated

Education team, you'll build the foundation needed to make an impact.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"><span class="TextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8">As part of the interview process, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8">we'll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8"> assess your strengths, interests, and skills to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8">determine</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8"> the best fit, and you may be </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW98871988 BCX8">considered for</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98871988 BCX8"> either a <strong>Quant Trading</strong> or <strong>Quant Research</strong> internship offer.</span></span><span class="EOP Selected SCXW98871988 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You'll Do: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Our internship is designed for curious problem-solvers who enjoy continuously learning. Through a combination of structured education, market simulations, and exposure to modern research and AI tools, you'll develop the skills needed to apply quantitative thinking to real-world challenges.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You'll have the opportunity to:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">D</span><span data-contrast="auto">evelop a deeper understanding of financial markets, quantitative trading, and the research and technology that power them.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Analyze complex datasets, investigate market behavior, and uncover insights that inform decision-making.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Apply your quantitative and programming skills to solve real trading challenges and build impactful tools.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strengthen your decision-making skills through live market simulations and hands-on experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Explore how AI tools can accelerate research, experimentation, and quantitative decision-making</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Learn directly from experienced traders and researchers in a collaborative, high-performance environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You'll Get:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You'll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you'll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">In addition, you'll receive:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The opportunity to earn a return internship or full-time offer in Chicago, Austin, New York City, or Amsterdam based on performance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">A highly competitive internship compensation package.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch, snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues, and more.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Who You Are:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2029, </span><span data-contrast="none">with sophomore standing or higher. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Available to intern during Summer 2027.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Open to full-time opportunities upon graduation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong quantitative, analytical, and logical reasoning skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with programming or scripting in Python or another language.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong interest in financial markets, quantitative research, and decision-making.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excited to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Who We Are:</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Optiver is a leading technology- and research-driven trading firm.

Our teams of scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and traders work side by side to develop, test, and scale ideas that shape how we understand and trade global markets. Powered by a global platform built for rapid experimentation and iteration, we combine the scientific rigor of a research institution with the pace of a technology company.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Optiver is supportive of US immigration sponsorship for this role.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p> </p> <div id="message-list_1782747898.526129"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div><em><strong>Optiver has a global application re-apply policy for our intern and graduate roles.

If you have completed an online assessment or interviewed for a quantitative graduate or internship role at any Optiver location in the past 8 months, please note that you are not yet eligible to reapply. We welcome you to re-apply to after the 8-month cool off period.</strong></em></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>