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Hudson River Trading · 20 hours ago

Algorithm Development (Quant Research) Internship – Summer 2026

New York, NY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$5,800/wk - $5,800/wk

Start in 2026 Summer

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking exceptional full-time students for their Algorithm Development Summer Internship Program, focusing on research and implementation of automated trading strategies. Interns will collaborate with mentors to apply quantitative modeling techniques and improve trading strategies through software development.

Financial Services

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Leverage our proprietary infrastructure (Python/C++) in conjunction with third-party tools to conduct quantitative research and data analysis

Use machine learning and time series techniques to derive novel insights on market behavior from large and complex datasets

Work on impactful projects in close collaboration with experienced researchers, traders, and developers

Use our world-class compute cluster to run simulations and crunch data

Build predictive models for financial markets using a combination of market and non-market data

Attend and participate in Tech Talks that provide an overview of markets and HRT’s trading philosophy

Enjoy a curriculum of speakers, trading games, mentorships, and social events throughout the summer

Qualification

PythonMachine LearningC++Statistical AnalysisCommunication Skills

Required

You are a full-time undergraduate, masters, or PhD student in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, statistics, or a related program) who is eligible for full-time roles in 2027

Experience programming in Python is a must; C++ is a plus for those interested in high-frequency trading

Experience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python, Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB

A passion for applying quantitative models and technology toward solving real-world problems

Strong communication skills

Benefits

Signing bonus of 25,000 USD

Company-paid housing

Meals

Other perks

Company

Hudson River Trading

Glassdoor4.5

Hudson River Trading opertes as a multi-asset class quantitative trading firm.

Founded in 2002

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.hudsonrivertrading.com

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