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How much do financial engineering intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for financial engineering intern in Boston, MA is $20.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.50 and $22.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks do Financial Engineering Interns typically work on during their internship?

As a Financial Engineering Intern, you may work on projects such as developing quantitative models, conducting statistical analyses, back-testing trading strategies, or automating data collection and reporting. Your daily tasks could include coding, analyzing financial datasets, preparing presentations, or assisting full-time team members with ongoing projects. Interns often collaborate with traders, analysts, and software engineers, gaining exposure to both technical and financial aspects of the business. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into the financial services industry and helps build skills necessary for future roles in finance or quantitative analysis.

What does a Financial Engineering Intern do?

A Financial Engineering Intern applies quantitative techniques, programming skills, and financial theories to solve complex problems in finance. Responsibilities typically include data analysis, model development, risk assessment, and algorithm implementation for trading or portfolio management. Interns often use tools like Python, MATLAB, or Excel to analyze historical data and optimize financial strategies. They work closely with quantitative analysts, traders, and risk managers to gain hands-on experience in financial markets. This role requires strong analytical skills, coding proficiency, and a solid understanding of financial concepts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Financial Engineering Intern position, and why are they important?

A Financial Engineering Intern typically needs strong quantitative and analytical skills, proficiency in mathematics, statistics, and finance, and is often pursuing or has completed coursework in related fields. Familiarity with programming languages like Python, R, or MATLAB, as well as experience with data analysis tools and financial modeling software, are commonly expected. Attention to detail, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies enable interns to analyze complex financial data, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to innovative financial solutions.

Infographic showing various Financial Engineering Intern job openings in Boston, MA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,645 per year, or $21 per hour.

FPGA Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

HPR

Needham, MA

$42/hr

Other

Posted 19 hours ago

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Job description

HPR is the leading provider of high-performance and ultra-low latency electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure solutions offered as a managed service. Our cutting-edge technology is used by tier-1 financial institutions to monitor and execute trades rapidly and efficiently. As we continue to innovate and grow, we're searching for forward-thinking FPGA Interns to help us build the future of capital markets infrastructure.

As an FPGA Engineering Intern at HPR, you will: 

  • Build on your strong academic background as you help us advance our high-performance computing and electronic trading systems
  • Collaborate with mentors to solve real-world problems
  • Own a project through the entire FPGA development life cycle
  • Develop tools to automate RTL and testbench generation 

Education Requirements 

  • Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and have attained Sophomore standing or higher
  • Successful completion or enrollment in relevant coursework such as Digital Logic Design, Computer Organization, or Embedded Systems
  • Must have and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, if on a 4.0 scale 

Required Qualifications 

  • Internship or academic experience writing Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL
  • Familiarity working in a Linux environment
  • Proficiency with a scripting and/or high-level software language (e.g., Python, Perl, or similar)
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience working with FPGAs
  • Familiarity with FPGA tools (Vivado and/or Quartus) 

Compensation:In compliance with Massachusetts law, the anticipated hourly rate this position is $42.00/hour. Please note that this range represents the expected base wage for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. This range does not include other forms of compensation such as potential bonuses. 

Our goal is to provide a robust learning experience, connect you to new friends and mentors, and give you a foundation to start building a strong professional network. We do not offer any fake "intern projects" at HPR; you'll be actively engaged with our team and make meaningful contributions daily.You'll enjoy generous employee perks including casual dress code, free food, team events, onsite gym, and more. 

Please note: HPR currently does not currently provide employment sponsorship 

Hyannis Port Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process and during employment, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process or will require accommodation if hired should contact us via the "Connect With Us" button on our Careers page.Â