2027 - Quant Research Intern - IIT Bombay

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Quant Research Intern   ABOUT IMC: We’re a high-performance trading firm powered by technology, for those who want to be the best among the best.   ABOUT THE ROLE: IMC is a leading global trading firm that combines technology, advanced quantitative research, and cutting-edge machine learning techniques to make markets more efficient. With a strong focus on innovation, we leverage mathematical models and high-performance computing to drive our trading decisions. As a Quant Research Intern, you’ll work at the intersection of data science, financial markets, and algorithmic trading solving real-world challenges that drive our trading strategies. This internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in quantitative research, supported by structured learning, real-world project work, and direct mentorship from senior IMC employees.   WHAT YOU’LL DO: Participate in an intensive training program covering trading concepts, options theory, statistical modelling, and machine learning techniques. Tackle a meaningful research challenge - whether it’s designing new predictive models, optimising existing strategies, or leveraging alternative data to extract actionable insights. Explore large financial and market datasets, identify patterns, and develop quantitative models that contribute to our trading decisions. Work closely with traders, researchers, and engineers in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment. Present your findings through reports and presentations, gaining exposure to both technical and non-technical audiences.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:  A deep understanding of trading, market structure, and quantitative research methodologies. Hands-on experience with data science techniques and programming in Python. Exposure to real-time problem-solving in a high-frequency trading environment. The ability to present research findings and work collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams.   YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a highly quantitative field, such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen interest in applying mathematical and statistical techniques to real-world challenges. Proficient in programming, preferably in Python, or other relevant languages like C++, Java, Matlab, or R. Curious and driven, with a passion for learning, adapting, and innovating in a fast-paced trading environment. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distil complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.   LIFE AT IMC: Culture s Values IMC offers an open, collaborative and low-hierarchy environment where our people are empowered to make an impact from day one. We invest heavily in learning and development to help our people grow quickly, with collaboration at the core of how we work. We also give back, donating 2% of annual profits to our Charitable Foundations and supporting employee-led volunteering initiatives. Our values guide how we work: Dare to continuously innovate. Collaborate to succeed. Champion the best ideas. Take responsibility. Keep both feet on the ground. Build for our future. We also offer a competitive stipend and a range of perks and benefits to ensure you are set up for success. Think you have what it takes? We’d love to hear from you.   Apply now. #LI-DNI About Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

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Software Engineering Intern   Are you someone who is passionate about challenging the status quo? Do you enjoy the process of problem solving, a process where you recognize areas of improvement and iterate and innovate to improve? Does your curiosity and desire to learn drive you? ROLE OVERVIEW: If so, then join IMC as a Software Engineer Intern! At IMC, Software Engineers don’t just write software and design technology. They are responsible for spotting new opportunities, developing new technologies and solving problems. As a result, they deliver results and make a difference. IMC knows that having the best software is what drives our business. Software development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows. As a Software Engineer Intern you will learn what it means to be an Engineer in a real world environment. The internship programme is focused on enhancing your knowledge of algorithm complexity, data structures and writing fluent code. Your responsibility does not stop at programming; it also encompasses knowledge building of our business model and building relationships across our trading and technology teams. As a Software Engineer intern at IMC you will be supported a Mentor who will oversee your projects and professional development. You will have access to classroom sessions, pair programming and code reviews, not to mention our incredible social activities and events. WHAT WE LOOK FOR: • Student in penultimate year of Software Engineering or Computer Science with a current GPA of 8.00 or higher • Must have strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures • Strong analytical skills and desire to solve complicated problems programmatically • Must have proficient experience in a programming language (Java or C++ preferred) • Willingness to interact and work closely with non-engineers in a constantly changing environment • Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required Apply now. #LI-DNI About Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

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FPGA ENGINEERING INTERN Are you someone who is passionate about challenging the status quo? Do you enjoy the process of problem solving, a process where you recognize areas of improvement and iterate and innovate to improve? Does your curiosity and desire to learn drive you? If so, then join IMC as a Hardware Engineer Intern! At IMC, Hardware Engineers don’t just write code and design technology. They are responsible for spotting new opportunities, developing new technologies and solving problems. As a result, they deliver results and make a difference. IMC knows that having the best technology is what drives our business. Hardware development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows.   WHAT YOU’LL DO: As a Hardware Engineer Intern, you will learn what it means to be an Engineer in a real-world environment. The internship program is focused on enhancing your knowledge of algorithm complexity, professional design, and writing fluent code. Your responsibility does not stop at programming; it also encompasses knowledge building of our business model and building relationships across our trading and technology teams. As a Hardware Engineer Intern at IMC you will be supported by both a mentor who will oversee your projects and professional development. You will have access to pair programming and code reviews, not to mention our incredible social activities and events.   WHAT WE LOOK FOR: • Student in (pen)ultimate year of Electrical Engineering  • Strong analytical skills and desire to solve complicated problems programmatically. • Must have proficient experience in Verilog, VHDL or other RTL programming (additional software experience is a plus; Python, C++, or similar) • Interest in financial markets is a must, but no prior knowledge or experience is required. • Available for at least 9 weeks.   OUR CULTURE: We are at the core a trading firm; however, we value trading and technology equally and we believe that cooperation between traders and technologists is one of our great strengths. This is also reflected in our organizational and remuneration policies. We believe in fostering a truly flat environment in which great ideas can be recognized as well as put into practice from anybody within our organization.   Apply now. #LI-DNI   About Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.