About the Company
Citadel is a leading global financial institution built around world-class talent, sound risk management, and innovative technology. For more than 30 years, Citadel has been a pioneer in financial markets, deploying a broad array of quantitative and fundamental investment strategies across a wide range of asset classes. Our culture of continuous innovation and collaboration drives our success and empowers our employees to push the boundaries of what’s possible in finance.
Job Description
We are seeking highly talented and ambitious students for our Quantitative Research Internship program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in developing cutting-edge quantitative trading strategies and risk models. As a Quant Intern, you will work alongside seasoned researchers and traders, contributing to impactful projects that directly influence our trading operations. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about applying advanced mathematical, statistical, and computational techniques to solve complex problems in financial markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth quantitative research and analysis of financial market data.
- Develop, backtest, and implement algorithmic trading strategies.
- Build and refine predictive models for various asset classes.
- Collaborate with senior researchers and traders to integrate new models into the trading infrastructure.
- Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential trading opportunities.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of robust and efficient research tools.
Required Skills
- Currently pursuing a Ph.D. or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python (with NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn) or C++.
- Solid understanding of probability, statistics, linear algebra, and numerical methods.
- Experience with data analysis, modeling, and machine learning techniques.
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a keen analytical mind.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with large-scale data processing (e.g., SQL, Spark).
- Familiarity with financial markets and quantitative finance concepts.
- Experience with high-performance computing or parallel programming.
- Contributions to open-source projects or academic publications in relevant fields.
Perks & Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation package.
- Access to cutting-edge research tools and proprietary datasets.
- Mentorship from industry-leading quantitative researchers.
- Exposure to a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact on real-world trading strategies.
- Potential for a full-time offer upon successful completion of the internship.
- Networking opportunities with top professionals in the quantitative finance industry.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. To ensure your application is considered, please include the following:
- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and your motivation for applying.
We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact shortlisted candidates for an interview.
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