Quantitative Trader Internship Summer 2026

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Overview

Susquehanna's trading internship provides a distinctive opportunity to learn about quantitative trading. Interns split their day between working on a trading desk and attending classroom sessions, gaining deep exposure to trading and quantitative decision-making.

What We're Looking For

Candidates should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and plan to begin full-time employment by August 2027. Applicants need exceptional quantitative, logical reasoning, and analytical skills. General computer skills are required, with programming a plus. A demonstrated interest in strategic games or competitive activities and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment are essential. Visa sponsorship is available.

What's in it for you

The culture is non-hierarchical and collaborative, offering continuous development. Benefits include:

• Housing provided during the internship
• Relaxed dress code (jeans, sneakers, shorts)
• Food, beverages, and snacks available all day
• Discounts for dining, entertainment, and travel
• Social events like poker tournaments, dinners, and outings in New York City

Interns receive a $6,000 weekly base salary over the ten-week program, along with a signing bonus, housing, breakfast and lunch, and other perks. If you are a recruiting agency interested in partnering, please contact recruiting@sig.com. Note that resumes or referrals without a signed agreement will not be eligible for an agency fee.

Key skills/competency

• quantitative analysis
• logical reasoning
• analytical skills
• options theory
• game theory
• decision science
• programming
• STEM
• trading
• mentorship