Optiver · 2 weeks ago
Quantitative Research Intern, PhD (Summer 2026)
Chicago, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
Start in 2026 SummerOptiver is a leading market-making institution focused on improving market efficiency and transparency. They are seeking a Quantitative Research Intern to collaborate with their Research Team on developing trading models and algorithms that have a significant impact on trading decisions.
Financial ServicesFinTechMarket Research
Responsibilities
Using statistical models and machine learning to develop trading algorithms
Leveraging big data technologies to analyze high-frequency trading strategies, market microstructure, and financial instruments to identify trading opportunities
Building stochastic models to determine the fair value of financial derivatives
Combining quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of pricing engines and libraries
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics or a related STEM field with outstanding academic performance
Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2028
Available to intern during Summer 2026
Open to full-time opportunities upon graduation in 2027 or 2028
Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics
Excellent research, analytical, and modeling skills
Independent research experience
Proficiency in any programming language
Experience in machine learning, with practical applications in time-series analysis and pattern recognition
Strong interest in working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends
Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more
Company
Optiver
Optiver is an international trading firm, headquartered in Amsterdam.
Founded in 1986
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Optiver has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (28)
2024 (16)
2023 (36)
2022 (12)
2021 (13)
2020 (14)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rutger Brinkhuis
CEO Optiver US
Charlie Whitmer
Chief People Officer
Recent News
2025-11-25
2025-10-31
Company data provided by crunchbase