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About the Role

This internship offers hands-on exposure to futures and options markets, quantitative modeling, and real-time trading operations. The intern will work closely with traders and quantitative researchers to analyze market data, evaluate trading strategies, and assist in risk management activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative analysis of futures and options markets across asset classes (equities, rates, FX, commodities)
• Assist in developing and backtesting trading strategies
• Analyze implied volatility, option Greeks, and volatility surfaces
• Monitor market movements, news, and macroeconomic indicators
• Support real-time trading decisions with data-driven insights
• Build dashboards, reports, and analytical tools
• Perform statistical analysis of historical market data
• Assist with position monitoring, P&L tracking, and risk reporting
• Identify pricing anomalies and relative-value opportunities
• Document models, methodologies, and findings

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics / Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics (quantitative track)
• Strong understanding of derivatives (futures and options)
• Solid foundation in probability, statistics, and linear algebra
• Proficiency in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Matplotlib or similar) or R or C++
• Ability to work with large datasets
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Skills

• Python
• NumPy
• Pandas
• SciPy
• Matplotlib
• R
• C++
• SQL
• Bloomberg
• Market data platforms

Location

• New York Office

Work Type

• Internship
• 4 weeks

Experience Level

• Intern

Education Level

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD

Salary/Compensations

• $18.75/hr

Benefits

• Direct exposure to professional trading environments
• Mentorship from experienced traders and quantitative analysts
• Hands-on experience with real market data
• Understanding of risk management and portfolio construction
• Opportunity to contribute to live trading strategies
• Potential pathway to full-time roles

About the Company

• DV Securities is a registered broker-dealer and a member of both FINRA and FICC, with a core focus on fixed income markets.
• Active participants in the U.S. Treasury and agency MBS repo markets, supported by a growing platform that facilitates both principal and riskless principal trading activity.
• The firm is rooted in a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration.
• As part of the broader DV ecosystem—a global network of trading firms active across futures, equities, and structured products—DV Securities benefits from the reach and resources of a multi-asset organization with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Joining DV Securities means becoming part of a forward-thinking, agile team that values initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to performance in an ever-evolving financial landscape.

Equal Opportunity

• DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.