Summer Intern 2027 - Quantitative Researcher (PhD)

Location: New York, United States

Annual base salary: $300,000, plus a sign-on bonus and corporate housing.

Company

hirify.global is a proprietary trading firm combining strategy, innovation, and technology to develop trading strategies and tools for domestic and international markets.

What you will do

• Complete an intensive nine-week summer internship from early June through early August.
• Work closely with the research team on development projects.
• Apply quantitative skills to complex mathematical problems and trading research.
• Test ideas independently while collaborating with the wider team.
• Participate in classroom instruction, trading talks, and in-house strategy games.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, statistics, economics, or another qualifying field.
• Exceptional mathematical and quantitative skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a demonstrated interest in complex mathematical problems.
• Proven track record of success in the relevant field of specialization.
• Basic programming experience gained through internships or academic work.
• Meticulous, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Culture & Benefits

• Dedicated mentor throughout the internship.
• Open culture supporting knowledge and idea sharing across the firm.
• Sign-on bonus and corporate housing.
• Strategic game nights, dinners, and social activities in New York.
• Exposure to key trading concepts through a series of talks.