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Quantitative Trading Analyst Intern

DRW
🇬🇧LondonStudentFull-timePosted July 13, 2026

About the Role

As a Quantitative Trading Analyst Intern, you will gain exposure to the dynamic worlds of trading and technology to learn what it takes to become a successful and sustainable trader. You will work on a small team combining technology, research, and risk management to identify optimal trading and investment strategies through project-based assignments. Over 10 weeks, you will develop and improve trading strategies by collaborating with senior traders, technologists, and quantitative researchers, while conducting market research using powerful analytic tools—from macroeconomic data analysis to machine learning techniques on market tick data.

  • Collaborate with senior traders, technologists and quantitative researchers on the trading desk
  • Develop and improve trading strategies and conduct cutting-edge market research
  • Take on immediate responsibility through position tracking, risk calculation, and theoretical analysis
  • Explore the city with organized social events and mentorship from experienced professionals

Requirements

  • Are pursuing a bachelor's, master's or PhD in mathematics, economics, physics, statistics, computer science or any engineering related field and have an expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028
  • Advanced quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to deploy those skills under time-sensitive situations
  • Proficient programming in Python
  • Are self-motivated, enjoy challenges and significant responsibility, and thrive in fast-paced, competitive environments
  • A passion for the financial markets and a deep curiosity to explore new methodologies
  • Strong communication skills to advocate your ideas in a clear and concise manner to the group

What You'll Get

  • Fully furnished apartments located close to the office
  • Educational, social and team-building activities throughout the summer
  • An options course taught by an experienced trader
  • A technology immersion course
  • A mentor in your field with mentor outings