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Anson McCade

Quantitative Researcher

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$200K/yr

Permanent Quantitative Researcher Junior level (internship - 3 years experience) I am working with a globally recognised investment management firm that specialises in systematic and quantitative ...

Point72

Quantitative Researcher Intern

New York, NY

$120K - $180K/yr

Our interns will work closely with our team, receive comprehensive, in-depth training, and help ... other quantitative disciplines. * Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research utilizing ...

Point72

Quantitative Researcher Intern

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Our interns will work closely with our team, receive comprehensive, in-depth training, and help ... other quantitative disciplines. * Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research utilizing ...

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How much do quant researcher internship jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for quant researcher internship in the United States is $119,165.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do JP Morgan hire quants?

JP Morgan hires quantitative researchers, often called quants, for roles in trading, risk management, and technology. These positions typically require strong skills in mathematics, programming, and financial modeling, and may involve working with tools like Python, R, or MATLAB. Internships and entry-level roles are available for candidates with relevant academic backgrounds and technical expertise.

What is the difference between Quant Researcher Internship vs Quant Analyst?

AspectQuant Researcher InternshipQuant Analyst
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate with degrees in math, finance, or computer scienceOften holds a similar degree, sometimes with professional certifications
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, learning-focused, often in financial firms or hedge fundsFull-time role, more responsibility, involved in ongoing projects
Industry UsageCommon as a training position for future full-time quant rolesStandard role in quantitative finance teams
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level, learning opportunities, internship programsCareer advancement, full-time employment, role responsibilities

The main difference between a Quant Researcher Internship and a Quant Analyst is that the internship is a temporary, learning-focused position designed for students or recent graduates, while a Quant Analyst is a full-time professional role with greater responsibilities in developing and implementing quantitative strategies within financial firms.

How much do quant interns earn?

Quant research interns typically earn between $20 and $40 per hour, with total stipends ranging from $4,000 to $8,000 for summer internships. Compensation varies based on the firm, location, and the intern's educational background and skills in programming and quantitative analysis.

Are quant researchers in demand?

Quant researchers are in high demand in financial services, hedge funds, and asset management firms due to their expertise in quantitative analysis, programming, and statistical modeling. The role often requires strong skills in programming languages like Python or C++ and knowledge of financial markets, with demand driven by the increasing reliance on data-driven decision making and algorithmic trading.
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Infographic showing various Quant Researcher Internship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 91% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,165 per year, or $57.3 per hour.
2027 Internship - Quant Research (Undergrad)

2027 Internship - Quant Research (Undergrad)

Virtu Financial

New York, NY • On-site

$5.0K - $5.3K/wk

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Virtu is an industry-leading financial technology firm that operates both proprietary trading and client-facing businesses in the global financial marketplace. Our cutting edge, proprietary technology is core to everything we do. We trade in over 35 countries, across 235 financial exchanges and over 25% of retail order flow in the US. is serviced by Virtu. 
 
Our team is a dedicated group of traders, quants and developers that are inspired by the unique and exciting challenges we solve every day. Our culture combines the creativity of a fast paced start up, with the stability of a disciplined financial services firm. We are a flat organization and encourage our people to innovate and lean on their teammates for support and collaboration. We have fun, work hard and strive to be virtuous in all we do. 
 
QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH INTERNSHIP
Virtu's internship program offers students an extraordinary opportunity to learn about the firm and the world's financial markets. We have built a thoughtful and challenging curriculum with projects that introduce students to the many complex and ever changing problems to solve. Students can expect a company-curated global training week for our interns,  real quantitative problems to solve throughout the program and engaging social events to get to know our team and culture. 
  • Location: New York
  • Dates: 10 week program, starting June 7th, 2027 - August 13th, 2027 (with flexibility if needed)
  • Training: Ongoing training throughout the summer and a training week held in New York
  • Projects: Real problems to solve throughout the program. Interns will work from a list of projects and have several senior mentors throughout the summer program. 
  • Perks (varies by location): Onsite Gym & workout classes, Onsite Barista, weekly happy hours/social events, Breakfast & Lunch, Transportation
Our Quantitative Strategists and Researchers are an integral part of the algorithmic research team, working to improve Virtu's trading algorithms through transforming large data sets into usable trading models. Successful quantitative researchers work well independently and collaboratively, enjoy learning and applying new algorithmic techniques, and are excited to see their ideas turn into tangible results.
 
Interns will work directly with senior members of the team on our trading strategies used in Virtu's customer market making business. Interns in this track will apply their quantitative analysis and research skills to discover patterns that can potentially improve our trading algorithms. Through these projects, interns will learn about Virtu's market making business, learn to apply basic data analysis tools to large trading data sets and be pushed to think out of the box for trading ideas. Each intern will complete one to two projects which could come from different mentors and groups. 
 
REQUIREMENTS
  • Degree in Science, Math, Engineering or other quantitative field
  • History of diverse, challenging, and interesting coursework paired with a strong GPA
  • Exceptional quantitative, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
  • Great communication skills and the ability to collaborate with peers
  • Ability to solve technical and or quantitative problems under pressure
  • Ability to express ideas mathematically and algorithmically
  • Strong programming skills (especially C/C++ and Python, Pandas)
  • Intellectually curious and self-motivated
  • Ability to communicate within and across teams, at a high and low level, on both technical and non-technical subjects
  • Ability to seek guidance and learn new skills from peers
  • Extraordinary mental flexibility and a high tolerance for ambiguity
  • Strong drive for success within a collaborative team
  • Interest in financial markets
THE PROCESS
 
After applicants pass an initial resume screening, an online programming test will be emailed to you via Hackerrank. Upon review, we will reach out to arrange next steps. We are looking forward to meeting you!
 
Salary Range: $5,000 - $5,300 weekly (salary range is exclusive of sign on bonuses, housing, meals, benefits or any other forms of compensation) 
Virtu Financial is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming you for who you are and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
 

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