2026 Internship/Graduate - Quantitative Research/Trading

Qube Research & Technologies

Programme duration: from 3 to 6 months, starting in 2026. Who qualifies: Penultimate or final year students completing a Bachelor's, Master's, PhD. Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.   Over the years, QRT has invested in a global research and execution platform which has been deployed to cover all geographies and asset classes. This platform covers a broad spectrum from high to low frequency trading systems. We thrive at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, smart automation, and scalable processes, enabling us to move fast, think big, and deliver at scale. We are committed to identifying and developing exceptional talent, and are inviting a new cohort of outstanding individuals to join us in the year ahead. Our internship offers a stimulating, intellectually rigorous, and high-performance environment, where collaboration is key to success. You will work alongside and be mentored by industry-leading professionals, gaining invaluable experience and positioning yourself for the opportunity to secure a full-time graduate role upon successful completion of the program. Your future role at QRT Throughout the recruitment process, we will work to align your skills, interests, and potential with the teams where you can make the greatest impact. Quant Developer As a Quantitative Developer at QRT, you will contribute to the engineering solutions that power our world-class quantitative research and trading, building the tools, platforms, and infrastructure that enable researchers and traders to operate at their best. You will be tackling projects that demand both technical depth and creativity. Software Engineer   As a Software Engineer, you will operate at the heart of the firm’s trading and investment activities. We design and deliver the platforms, infrastructure, and analytical tools that enable our strategies to perform in the world’s most competitive financial markets. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to join one of several specialist teams and work alongside exceptional engineers, quants, and researchers, contributing to systems that demand the highest standards of performance, reliability, and scalability. Data As part of QRT’s data teams, you will work at the heart of our research and trading operations - designing, building, and managing the data solutions that underpin our strategies. You will collaborate closely with Traders, Researchers, and Engineers to ensure our data infrastructure is robust, scalable, and able to power cutting-edge quantitative research. Your work will involve tackling complex challenges in data acquisition, engineering, and platform design. Infrastructure As part of QRT's Platform Technology Services, you will join a global group bringing together our SRE, Cloud, Infrastructure, Network Operations, and Security teams. We design, build, and operate the high-performance platforms that power our research, trading, and business operations. We provide the secure, reliable, and scalable foundation that enables QRT to operate at the forefront of global quantitative trading.   FPGA Engineering   As part of QRT's FPGA team, you will design and build ultra-low-latency hardware systems that power QRT’s trading platforms. By developing custom logic directly on cutting-edge FPGA devices, we enable trading strategies to process market data and execute orders with exceptional speed and precision. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, the team uses SystemVerilog, C++, and Python to deliver high-performance, reliable solutions that give QRT a competitive edge in global markets. Your present skillset * Genuine interest in software engineering, infrastructure, or data engineering within a low-latency environment, working in Python, C# or C++ * Interest to build expertise in high-performance, real-time trading systems * Excellent communication and analytical skills - you will interact directly with Traders and Researchers * Drive for rapid autonomy and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance setting  * Rigorous and structured approach to problem-solving Interview Process: * Application - Submit your applications online. We review applications on a rolling basis, so we recommend applying early to maximize your chances. * Technical assessment - Selected candidates will be invited to complete a coding challenge designed to evaluate core technical and problem-solving skills.    * Interviews - Shortlisted applicants will proceed to interviews conducted either on-site or via Microsoft Teams. These will assess both your technical expertise and your alignment with our culture and values.      QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance

Qube Research & Technologies

Programme duration: From 4-6 months, starting in 2026. Most individuals join in April, May, or June of each year.     Who qualifies: Penultimate or final year students completing a Bachelor's or a Master's degree.    Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.   Over the years, QRT has invested in a global research and execution platform which has been deployed to cover all geographies and asset classes. This platform covers a broad spectrum from high to low frequency trading systems. We thrive at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, smart automation, and scalable processes, enabling us to move fast, think big, and deliver at scale.    We are committed to identifying and developing exceptional talent, and are inviting a new cohort of outstanding individuals to join us in the year ahead. Our internship offers a stimulating, intellectually rigorous, and high-performance environment, where collaboration is key to success. You will work alongside and be mentored by industry-leading professionals, gaining invaluable experience and positioning yourself for the opportunity to secure a full-time graduate role upon successful completion of the program.     Your future role at QRT    Throughout the recruitment process, we will work to align your skills, interests, and potential with the teams where you can make the greatest impact.  As a Quantitative Research Intern, you could contribute in one of two complementary areas within one of QRT's systematic teams - spanning high, mid, and low-frequencies:  Research  Your core objective will be to develop high-quality predictive signals. You will leverage access to vast and diverse datasets to identify hidden statistical patterns and market opportunities. Collaborating with fellow researchers to exchange ideas and refine methodologies. You will be trained to lead the full research cycle - from idea generation to implementation.    Trading  You will contribute to the live deployment of QRT’s research by working on the systematic trading platform itself. This involves monitoring signal behaviour, tracking performance, and improving execution efficiency, while also helping to identify and manage potential risks. Working closely with senior Researchers and Traders, you will focus on refining and scaling systematic processes, applying your quantitative and programming skills to ensure strategies perform optimally in production.  We’re looking for interns who are curious, creative, and collaborative. If you’re passionate about learning, excited to take on challenges, and ready to make a real impact, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to grow with us.    Your present skillset    * Pursuing an advanced degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, mathematics, physics, or engineering    * High level of technical knowledge in statistics, machine learning, NLP or AI techniques is a plus    * Coding skills required in at least one leading programming language (Python and C++ or C#)   * Experience in exploring large datasets across multiple time frames is a plus   * Capacity to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while keeping strong attention to detail    * Ability to work autonomously, in a collegial and collaborative setting, and with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.   * Excellent communication skills   * Fluent in English, any other language is a plus      Interviewing:    * Apply online: applications are evaluated on a rolling basis by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. This is a great opportunity to stand out, as we read every application carefully and look for specific, thoughtful answers that reflect your genuine interests.  * Interviews conducted on-site or through Teams allow us to evaluate your technical abilities and how well you align with our company culture.       We encourage you to take part in one of our Data Challenges, which offer a valuable opportunity to engage with the types of problems encountered in the Quantitative Research role while showcasing your analytical and technical skills. Strong performance may lead to direct follow-up from our team, making it an excellent way to gain early visibility in the recruitment process: Challenge data (ens.fr)     QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance

Qube Research & Technologies

Programme duration: from 5 to 6 months, starting in 2026.    Who qualifies: Final year students completing a Bachelor's, or Master's.   Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.   Over the years, QRT has invested in a global research and execution platform which has been deployed to cover all geographies and asset classes. This platform covers a broad spectrum from high to low frequency trading systems. We thrive at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, smart automation, and scalable processes, enabling us to move fast, think big, and deliver at scale.    We are committed to identifying and developing exceptional talent, and are inviting a new cohort of outstanding individuals to join us in the year ahead. Our internship offers a stimulating, intellectually rigorous, and high-performance environment, where collaboration is key to success. You will work alongside and be mentored by industry-leading professionals, gaining invaluable experience and positioning yourself for the opportunity to secure a full-time graduate role upon successful completion of the program.     Your future role at QRT     Throughout the recruitment process, we will work to align your skills, interests, and potential with the teams where you can make the greatest impact.  As a Quantitative Developer at QRT, you will contribute to the engineering solutions that power our world-class quantitative research and trading, building the tools, platforms, and infrastructure that enable researchers and traders to operate at their best. You will be tackling projects that demand both technical depth and creativity.  Examples of the projects you may work on include:    * Research Enablement & Platform Engineering  Develop and optimize the platforms that power quantitative research across the firm. This may include scalable APIs, machine learning and data pipelines, orchestration frameworks, and shared infrastructure that accelerates research and experimentation. Collaborate closely with researchers to create efficient, reliable, and standardized environments for innovation.  * Tooling & Workflow Automation   Design and deliver internal tools used directly by traders and researchers on discretionary desks. Projects may involve streamlining workflows, improving data accessibility, and supporting real-time decision-making - all within the high-intensity environment of front-office operations. Work interactively with users to deliver intuitive, high-impact solutions.  * Monitoring & Analytics Tools  Build tools and dashboards to support the firm’s risk and oversight functions, enabling performance evaluation, risk monitoring, and investment oversight. Combine strong data processing and visualization skills with scalable infrastructure, and explore opportunities to integrate applied machine learning for deeper insights.    Your present skillset   * Strong core computer science foundations, including algorithms, data structures, parallel programming, and object-oriented programming (OOP).  * Ability to write production-grade Python - reusable, type-hinted modules with proper packaging and dependency management, not one-off scripts. * Genuine interest in software engineering, infrastructure, distributetes systems or data engineering within a low-latency environment. * Interest in high performance distributed systems. * Excellent communication and analytical skills - you may interact directly with Traders and Researchers. * Drive for rapid autonomy and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance setting.  * Rigorous and structured approach to problem-solving.  Preferred qualifications (a plus):  * Knowledge of databases such as SQL or NoSQL.  * Experience in front-end development.  * Interest in financial markets and/or algorithmic trading.    Interview Process  *  Application - Submit your application online. We review applications on a rolling basis, so we recommend applying early to maximize your chances.  * Technical Assessment - Selected candidates will be invited to complete a coding challenge designed to evaluate core technical and problem-solving skills.  * Interviews - Shortlisted applicants will proceed to interviews, conducted either on-site or via Microsoft Teams. These will assess both your technical expertise and your alignment with our culture and values.    QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.