Quantitative Research Internship - Master's: Summer 2027 (Quantitative Finance)

Location: U.S.-based internship with full-time placement in the Hong Kong office upon graduation

Company

hirify.global is a global quantitative trading firm using scientific research, machine learning, and technology to develop systematic trading strategies.

What you will do

• Apply probability theory, statistical analysis, and machine learning to predict market behavior and generate alphas.
• Create trading strategies to execute modeling ideas under simulated competition.
• Backtest strategies against historical market data and refine the results.
• Explore quantitative research across different areas of the business.
• Participate in a comprehensive education program and receive personalized mentorship.
• Collaborate with researchers, engineers, traders, and other teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a quantitative field, such as mathematics, physics, statistics, electrical engineering, computer science, operations research, or economics.
• Currently in the penultimate or final year of the program.
• Strong analytical, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to process and analyze large datasets using Python.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Interest in strategic games or competitive activities and the ability to learn quickly.

Nice to have

• Experience with C++ or another low-level programming language.

Culture & Benefits

• Open, intellectually driven, and highly collaborative working environment.
• Comprehensive education program focused on foundational quantitative finance knowledge.
• Mentorship from experienced quantitative professionals.
• Exposure to multiple teams and areas of the trading business.
• Visa sponsorship is available.
• Automatic consideration for the Quantitative Systematic Trading Internship program.