Quantitative Research Intern (BS/MS)
IMC Trading
Chicago, ILFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Statistics
- Nice to have
- PythonC++C
- Work
- On-site in Chicago · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Statistics44%Python39%C++5%C2%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 8, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
- 10-week internship program to experience life as a Quant Researcher at IMC.
- Work alongside a mentor to explore new research ideas and build custom analysis tools that may be deployed into production.
- Opportunities to enhance knowledge of options theory, market making, algorithm complexity, and trades analysis.
- Interns who meet performance expectations may secure a full-time Graduate Quant Researcher position.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Quant Researchers on real projects with potential business impact.
- Enhance understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction.
- Develop research skills with support from a mentor and intern lead.
- Build connections in an environment that recognizes problem solving, innovation, and teamwork.
- Engage in professional development sessions.
- Attend events and social activities.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Current university student graduating between September 2027 – July 2028.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field.
- Superior numerical, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Passion for research and solving complex problems.
- Creative, driven, and resilient thinker.
- Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired.
- Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027.