Summer 2025
Quantitative Researcher Intern
Summer 2025
Posted on 8/28/2024
Valkyrie Trading
11-50 employees
Quantitative derivatives trading using algorithms
No salary listed
Chicago, IL, USA
Willingness to work in-person in Chicago beginning June 2, 2025.
Willingness to work in-person in Chicago beginning June 2, 2025.
Willingness to work in-person in Chicago beginning June 2, 2025.
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- Expected graduation date between December 2025 and December 2026
- Willingness to work in-person, in Chicago beginning June 2, 2025
- Pursuing a degree in mathematics, physics, statistics, electrical engineering, or other quantitative field of study
- Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient Python programming skills to model real-world problems efficiently and reliably
- Ability and willingness to take full ownership (investigate, research, analyze and test trading models and strategies in a systematic fashion) of projects
- Exemplary attention to detail and a deep interest in the financial industry
- Willing to work on a collaborative team
- Quantitative Researcher Interns will be introduced to Valkyrie’s trading models, applications, technology and business.
- Leverage your quantitative skills to work on challenging projects that have the potential to change the way we trade.
- Work closely with a mentor who will provide guidance, learning opportunities and genuine feedback.
Valkyrie Trading focuses on trading derivatives for institutional clients, hedge funds, and other financial entities. Its work centers on developing and running algorithms that analyze market data to spot tiny price differences and execute a high volume of trades quickly. This high-frequency, data-driven approach aims to generate profits from small edges in fast-moving markets. The company differentiates itself through a lean, Chicago-based team and a culture of close collaboration among traders, quantitative analysts, and software engineers who build and refine technology in-house. Valkyrie’s goal is to grow aggressively by delivering precise, scalable trading strategies that stay ahead of market changes while managing risk with disciplined decision-making.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
2011
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Retail derivatives volume surges 40% in Q1 2026, expanding Valkyrie's market.
- Chicago's low living costs aid quant talent acquisition versus New York.
- Cloud infrastructure adoption post-2024 cuts capex, boosting competitiveness.
What critics are saying
- CFTC fines Valkyrie millions for spoofing in 6-12 months.
- Jump Trading captures 25% more arbitrages, slashing Valkyrie's revenue.
- Citadel poaches Valkyrie's quants, undercuts spreads by 15bps.
What makes Valkyrie Trading unique
- Valkyrie Trading builds proprietary high-performance automated trading systems for derivatives.
- Chicago headquarters enables lean operations and quant talent recruitment since 2011.
- Collaborative culture integrates traders, quants, and engineers for algorithm innovation.
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Benefits
Health insurance with the choice of plans including PPO, HMO, and HSA options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Lunch is provided every day
Gym membership discount