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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 to combine the disciplines of technology, research, and risk management to identify optimal trading and investment strategies within the regulatory framework through project-based assignments. At the conclusion of 10 weeks, you will have the opportunity to present your results to senior leadership at DRW. Evenings will be spent exploring the city with organised social events.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior traders, technologists, and quantitative researchers by developing and improving trading strategies by working directly on the trading desk.
Identify and research in the development of cutting-edge market research projects using powerful analytic tools.
Market research projects vary from macroeconomic data curation and analysis to application of machine learning techniques to market tick data for automated trading.
Be given immediate responsibility through assignments like position tracking, calculating risk, and analysing vital theoretical values.

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.

Skills

Python
Quantitative analysis
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication skills

Location

London

Work Type

Internship
Full-time

Experience Level

Intern

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
PhD

Benefits

Housing provided in fully furnished apartments close to the office.
Mentorship program with experienced professionals.
Options course taught by an experienced trader.
Technology immersion course.

About the Company

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world.
We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.
Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets.
We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.
We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds.
The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it.
DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

Equal Opportunity

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