Quantitative Trading Intern

Quantitative Trading Internship – Summer 2027

Location: Chicago, IL | Duration: 10 Weeks | Start Date: June 2027 

Launch Your Career in Quantitative Trading with Geneva Trading

Are you a problem-solver with a passion for markets, data, and technology? Geneva Trading is seeking exceptional students to join our Summer 2027 Quantitative Trading Internship Program. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a leading proprietary trading firm where innovation, collaboration, and performance drive everything we do.

Over 10 fast-paced weeks, you’ll work on impactful projects, receive one-on-one mentorship, and develop the skills needed to thrive in the world of algorithmic trading. Our internship is a direct pipeline to full-time Quant Trading roles after graduation.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in an immersive training program focused on kdb+/q, market microstructure, and trading strategy development.

• Analyze and model trading opportunities using real-world data.

• Build and enhance tools that drive trading decisions and risk management.

• Collaborate with traders and technologists to solve complex, high-impact problems.

• Present your work to senior leaders and receive actionable feedback.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees in:

• Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Statistics, or other STEM fields.

Graduation Dates: December 2027 – June 2028

Required Skills

• Strong programming skills in Python (or similar languages).

• Solid understanding of statistics, probability, and optimization techniques.

• Exposure to data analysis tools (e.g., R, MATLAB, Pandas, NumPy).

• Curiosity about financial markets, algorithmic trading, and market microstructure.

• Ability to think critically and communicate complex ideas clearly.

Preferred Extras

• Experience with kdb+/q, SQL, or other database technologies.

• Participation in trading competitions, math contests, competitive gaming, or poker.

• Familiarity with machine learning techniques such as regression, neural networks, or SVMs.

Why Geneva Trading?

• Impact from Day One: Work on meaningful projects that influence trading decisions.

• Mentorship & Learning: Learn from experienced traders, quants, and technologists.

• Culture of Excellence: Join a collaborative, high-performance environment.

• Career Path: Top interns receive full-time offers to join our Quant Trading team after graduation.

Compensation:

Hourly Range: $55-65/hr

The final hourly rate will be dependent on the successful candidate's skills, experience, education, and qualifications. 

Application expected to close: 12/23/2026