via Greenhouse · 8 September 2026 ·11 days ago

2027 DMFI Quant Research Intern

schonfeld
London
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We are seeking exceptional PhD candidates to join our Quant Resource team in the London metro area where they will work with other Quant Researchers and Quant Developers on building and enhancing our firm-wide pricing and analytics infrastructure. Interns will contribute to the design and implementation of pricing models, numerical methods, and the core analytics library that powers trading decisions across multiple asset classes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This is an opportunity to build foundational tools that directly impact our quantitative trading business and support its growth and diversification.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Do </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As a Quantitative Researcher Intern you will be directly responsible for advancing our pricing and analytics capabilities. You will implement and optimize pricing models for various financial instruments, develop robust numerical methods for derivatives valuation, and ensure our analytics library meets the performance requirements of real-time trading systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">You will design efficient algorithms for calibration, risk computation, and scenario analysis, while maintaining mathematical rigor and computational efficiency.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Over the 10-week internship program, you will collaborate with senior quants and developers to understand the full lifecycle of quantitative library development, from mathematical theory to production deployment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Additionally, you'll get the opportunity to network and socialize with peers throughout the internship.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You Need:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Creative problem-solving skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong attention to detail</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We’d Love if You Had:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Previous financial industry experience although it is not required</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">An advanced degree in a quantitative or technical field</span><span data-ccp-props="{"469777462":[7304],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Our Internship</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Kick-start your career in finance with the Schonfeld Summer Internship! Over the course of 10 action-packed weeks, you will have the opportunity to build solutions that tackle real-world challenges and leave a lasting impact on the firm. As an intern, you’ll join a close-knit team that is ready to support your growth and accelerate your career. We will pair you with a dedicated manager and a mentor who’ll guide your development over the course of the internship and beyond. Throughout the program, you will have the chance to connect with senior leaders through a series of learning sessions, attend hands-on skills workshops, network at social events and get a behind-the-scenes look at how various functions power the firm. We’ll empower you to bring your ideas to life and make an impact. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Who We Are  </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Schonfeld is a global multi-manager hedge fund that strives to deliver industry-leading risk-adjusted returns for our investors. We leverage both internal and external portfolio manager teams around the world, seeking to capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We draw from decades of experience and a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics to invest across four main strategies: Quant, Tactical, Fundamental Equity and Discretionary Macro &amp; Fixed Income.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Our Culture </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">At Schonfeld, we’ll invest in you. Attracting and retaining top talent is at the heart of what we do, because we believe that exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people. We foster a culture where talent is empowered to continually learn, innovate and pursue ambitious goals. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative and encourage ideas—at all levels—to be shared. As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning and educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact. We encourage community through internal networks, external partnerships and service initiatives that promote inclusion and purpose beyond the firm’s walls. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>

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