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Quantitative Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $250K/yr

Tower is home to some of the world's best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower ... Experience may be gained from coursework or internship. Must have experience with the following:

Quantitative Trader

New York, NY · On-site +1

$125K - $250K/yr

Tower is home to some of the world's best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower ... Experience may be gained from coursework or internship. Must have experience with the following:

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How much do internship systematic trader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship systematic trader in the United States is $16.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Systematic Trader vs Internship Quantitative Analyst?

AspectInternship Systematic TraderInternship Quantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a degree in finance, mathematics, or computer scienceSimilar educational background, often with emphasis on statistics, mathematics, or finance
Work EnvironmentTrading firms, hedge funds, or asset management companies focusing on algorithmic tradingFinancial institutions, research firms, or investment banks analyzing data and developing models
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in trading and hedge fund industriesWidely used across finance, research, and investment sectors

While both roles require strong quantitative skills and similar educational backgrounds, an Internship Systematic Trader focuses on developing and executing trading algorithms in live markets, whereas an Internship Quantitative Analyst emphasizes data analysis and model development for investment strategies. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in their primary focus and application within the finance industry.

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Infographic showing various Internship Systematic Trader job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 20% Internship, 2% As Needed, 6% Full Time, 68% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,624 per year, or $16.6 per hour.
Summer 2027 Quantitative Developer Internship

Summer 2027 Quantitative Developer Internship

Point72

New York, NY

$240K - $300K/yr

Other

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Please send CVs to KEPL-talent@cubistsystematic.com with "2027 QD Summer Internship Application" in the subject line. When your application is received, we will consider you for all similar positions at Cubist.

About Cubist:

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.

About Our Team:

KEPL is a fast-growing team at Cubist Systematic Strategies. We specialize in trading medium-frequency statistical arbitrage strategies with high Sharpe. The team is made up of people from top universities and top tier trading and tech firms. We have an open and collaborative culture, and we value rigorous research and innovative technologies.

Role / Experience:

We are looking for exceptional students to be our quantitative developer interns for the summer of 2027. An ideal candidate should have a strong passion and initiative to work in a start-up environment. He/she should have strong analytical and programming skills and be able to solve hard problems rigorously. Our typical intern candidates come from math, computer science, or other related programs of top US universities.

Our internship program offers unique KEPL experience. During the internship, our interns will receive rigorous and comprehensive trainings. They will further learn and develop strong analytical skills through working with our full-time researchers and developers on challenging real-world problems. We will consider full-time offers for interns after the internship.

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree or higher in math, computer science, or other quantitative fields
  • Strong analytical skills, with attention to details
  • Strong passion in applying new technologies to trading
  • Proficiency in Python and either C++ or Java
  • Good communication skills
  • Proficiency with Linux environment
  • Knowledge of numerical computing is a plus
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards

The annual base salary is $240,000-$300,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

  • Undergraduate degree or higher in math, computer science, or other quantitative fields
  • Strong analytical skills, with attention to details
  • Strong passion in applying new technologies to trading
  • Proficiency in Python and either C++ or Java
  • Proficiency with Linux environment
  • Knowledge of numerical computing is a plus
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards 

The annual base salary is $240,000-$300,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.