Quantitative Research Analyst Internships
Quantitative research analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working with real datasets, mentorship from working quantitative analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Investment & Asset Management, with PIMCO, Invesco, and PDT Partners among the employers posting roles now.
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Beyond your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll participate in weekly sessions led by industry leaders, connect with fellow interns, and deepen your understanding of the financial services, technology, and mortgage industries.
The Quantitative Research Intern will support research and development initiatives through testing, investigative analysis, and tool development.
Responsibilities
- Investigate model behavior, perform root cause analysis, and provide suggestions for model improvement
- Document methods, techniques, results, and analysis
- Develop analytics tools to automate model testing, analysis, and visualization
- Collaborate with team members to deliver actionable insights and recommendations
- Perform additional duties and contribute to projects as assigned
Knowledge and Experience
- Must be currently pursuing a master’s degree or higher in Financial Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong mathematical skills with the ability to apply quantitative reasoning to complex problems
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and object-oriented programming
- Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills
- Previous experience using MS Office tools like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Internship Program Schedule
To accommodate varying academic calendars, the ICE Internship Program offers two schedule options:
- Option 1: May 24 – August 6
- Option 2: June 7 – August 20
Candidates will be asked to select their preferred session during the application process.
Please Note: Interns must be available to work full-time, five days a week, at our Atlanta office for the entire duration of one of the designated program schedules. Partial participation or alternate dates cannot be accommodated.
-: Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Beyond your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll participate in weekly sessions led by industry leaders, connect with fellow interns, and deepen your understanding of the financial services, technology, and mortgage industries.
The Quantitative Research Intern will support research and development initiatives through testing, investigative analysis, and tool development.
Responsibilities
- Investigate model behavior, perform root cause analysis, and provide suggestions for model improvement
- Document methods, techniques, results, and analysis
- Develop analytics tools to automate model testing, analysis, and visualization
- Collaborate with team members to deliver actionable insights and recommendations
- Perform additional duties and contribute to projects as assigned
Knowledge and Experience
- Must be currently pursuing a master’s degree or higher in Financial Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong mathematical skills with the ability to apply quantitative reasoning to complex problems
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and object-oriented programming
- Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills
- Previous experience using MS Office tools like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Internship Program Schedule
To accommodate varying academic calendars, the ICE Internship Program offers two schedule options:
- Option 1: May 24 – August 6
- Option 2: June 7 – August 20
Candidates will be asked to select their preferred session during the application process.
Please Note: Interns must be available to work full-time, five days a week, at our Atlanta office for the entire duration of one of the designated program schedules. Partial participation or alternate dates cannot be accommodated.
-: Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Quantitative Research Analyst Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
Tips for Your Quantitative Research Analyst Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large financial firms, asset managers, and technology companies open quantitative research analyst internship applications in August and September for the following summer. Waiting until spring means the most competitive structured programs are already closed. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to start dates, so search continuously rather than in a single sprint.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for quantitative research analyst internships expect limited work history and look for documented projects instead. Publish two or three analyses to a code repository, include the dataset, methodology, and results, and link directly from your resume. A reviewer who can open your work and see clean, reasoned modeling will move faster on your application.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured quantitative research programs tied specifically to your university, and professors with industry connections often know which firms recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time so you are not limited to employers with formal campus recruiting agreements.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Quantitative research analyst intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering probability, statistics, and mathematical reasoning, often alongside a coding component in Python or R. Practice solving problems out loud and explaining each step, since interviewers weight your reasoning process and communication as heavily as the final numerical answer.
Target structured quantitative rotational programs early
Several large banks, asset managers, and trading firms run named quantitative research rotational internship programs built to develop candidates with limited professional experience. These programs recruit in the fall and fill their cohorts fast. Identify the ones that match your background and submit in the first application wave rather than waiting for a second round.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 80% of the quantitative research analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you search so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take. Filter by location and work type at the start and use Migrate Mate's work-type filter to surface only the listings that fit your situation.
Quantitative Research Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a quantitative research analyst internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of documented analyses or models, with linked code or published work that gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where quantitative research recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a quantitative research analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is performance on real analytical work, team headcount at offer time, and how early the employer communicates its return-offer process. Position yourself by treating every project deliverable seriously without counting on a standing offer before the internship ends.
When should I apply for quantitative research analyst internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial firms, hedge funds, and tech employers recruit summer quantitative research analyst interns the preceding fall, with application windows opening in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worthwhile.
Are quantitative research analyst internships paid?
Most professional quantitative research analyst internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are rare at the firms that recruit quantitative research talent competitively.
What should a quantitative research analyst internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects, naming the tools and methods used and linking to the code repository or published analysis so reviewers can assess your work directly. Add relevant coursework in statistics, mathematics, or programming. Keep the resume to one page and place project work above any unrelated part-time experience.
Are there remote quantitative research analyst internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 20% of the quantitative research analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a quantitative research rotational internship?
Some large asset managers, banks, and technology firms run structured rotational quantitative research internship programs that cycle interns through different desks or teams over the summer. These programs are designed for candidates new to professional research environments, offer broad exposure to modeling and data work, and recruit competitively in the fall before the target summer, so applying in the first wave matters.
Can international students get quantitative research analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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