Quantitative Research Analyst - Intern (US)

Citadel Securities

Quantitative Research Analyst - Intern (US)

Posted Yesterday

2 Locations

In-Office

234K-302K Annually

Internship

Information Technology • Software • Financial Services • Quantitative Trading

We embrace bold ideas and seize opportunities others don’t from the way we operate to the strategies we deploy.

The Role

Summer internship conducting quantitative research to develop backtest and implement predictive trading models using advanced statistical and machine learning techniques unconventional data sources and coding in Python/R/C++. Collaborate with senior researchers and participate in live trading deployment and analysis.

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Job Description
At Citadel Securities a leading global market maker our team of quantitative researchers models the markets and brings trading strategies to life every day by developing and testing automated quant trading strategies. We leverage sophisticated statistical techniques and cutting-edge machine learning techniques to solve some of the most complex problems in finance.
As an intern you'll get to challenge the impossible in research through a summer-long program that will allow you to collaborate and connect with senior team members. In addition you'll get the opportunity to network and socialize with peers throughout the internship.
Your Objectives

Conceptualize valuation strategies develop and continuously improve upon mathematical models.
Design and build predictive models to generate novel trading signals .
Back test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environment.
Use unconventional data sources to drive innovation.
Conduct research and statistical analysis to build and refine monetization systems for trading signals.

Your Skills & Talents

Bachelor's or master's degree in mathematics statistics physics computer science or another highly quantitative field.
Demonstrated experience in applying advanced machine learning techniques; familiarity with modern AI concepts such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic systems is highly desirable.
Expertise in translating mathematical models and algorithms into code (Python R or C++).
Prior experience working in a data-driven research environment.
Independent research experience.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Opportunities available in New York and Miami.
In addition to weekly pay interns may be eligible for a highly competitive sign-on bonus housing stipend or covered living accommodations company-sponsored travel and a variety of on-site benefits including access to on-site fitness and wellness amenities catered meals and social and networking events.
In accordance with applicable law the base salary range for this role is $4500 to $5800 per week.
About Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities is a technology-driven next-generation global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with world-class liquidity competitive pricing and seamless front-to-back execution in a broad array of financial products. Our teams of engineers traders and researchers harness leading-edge quantitative research and the accelerating power of compute machine learning and AI to power our analytics and tackle the market's and our clients' most critical challenges. Together we are forging the future of capital markets. For more information visit citadelsecurities.com .

Skills Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in mathematics statistics physics computer science or another highly quantitative field
Demonstrated experience applying advanced machine learning techniques
Expertise translating mathematical models and algorithms into code (Python R or C++)
Prior experience working in a data-driven research environment
Independent research experience
Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment
Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with modern AI concepts such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic systems

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The Company

HQ: Miami FL

1900 Employees

Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Citadel Securities is a technology-driven next-generation global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with world-class liquidity competitive pricing and seamless front-to-back execution in a broad array of financial products. Our teams of engineers traders and researchers harness leading-edge quantitative research and the accelerating power of compute machine learning and AI to power our analytics and tackle the market’s and our clients’ most critical challenges. Together we are forging the future of capital markets.

Why Work With Us

We do not accept the status quo and we are constantly looking to achieve what others think is impossible. That’s true not just in our careers but also in our communities.