Quantitative Trading Intern - Summer 2027 (DV Equities)

As a Quantitative Trading Intern at DV Trading, you will work with our DV Equities trading teams and gain exposure to our proprietary methodologies and trading systems. You will build and backtest quantitative trading models, analyze high-frequency market data to identify predictive signals, and collaborate with traders and researchers to refine systematic strategies. Trading interns work in a relatively flat organizational structure and are mentored by senior traders and quantitative researchers.

What you'll do

• Build, backtest, and refine quantitative trading models using historical market and orderbook data
• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, inefficiencies, and alpha signals for systematic strategy development
• Monitor real-time trading positions and market conditions, assisting traders with risk management and parameter adjustments
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers and software developers to implement strategy prototypes into the firm's low-latency execution infrastructure
• Oversee and improve daily trading processes as needed
• Analyze and resolve discrepancies in trade positions and P&L attribution
• Identify new market opportunities through data-driven research
• Prepare clear reports and presentations summarizing research findings, trading performance, and recommendations

What you bring

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Economics, or related), with an expected graduation by Summer 2027
• Strong interest in quantitative trading, systematic strategy development, and financial markets
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Familiarity with probability, statistics, and time-series analysis
• Proficiency with Excel and data analysis tools
• Strong work ethic and ability to learn quickly in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice to have

• Experience with C++
• Prior exposure to financial markets, trading, or quantitative research through internships, academic projects, or competitions

About DV Trading

DV Trading, part of the DV Group, is an independent proprietary trading firm headquartered in Chicago with over 600 people across North America, Europe, and Asia. Since spinning out as an independent firm in 2016, DV Trading has utilized its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets.