Job Description
Hudson River Trading (HRT) is offering a Algorithm Development PhD Internship for the summer of 2025. This internship is designed for exceptional full-time PhD students. As an Algorithm Developer intern, the candidate will focus on the research and implementation of automated trading strategies.HRT trades in over 200 markets worldwide, ensuring constant opportunities for innovative exploration. The intern will rotate across teams, collaborating with researchers and technologists to solve complex industry problems.
What this role involves: - Applying advanced research experience to real-world trading problems.
- Leveraging proprietary infrastructure (Python/C++) and third-party tools for quantitative research.
- Using machine learning and time series techniques to analyze market behavior.
- Building predictive models for financial markets.
- Attending Tech Talks and participating in trading games and mentorships.
Requirements: - Full-time PhD student in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, etc.) with a planned graduation in 2026 or 2027.
- Fluency in Python.
- Experience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python, Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB.
- Strong communication skills.
What HRT offers: - Opportunity to work on impactful real world problems in trading.
- Opportunity to learn and collaborate alongside researchers and technologists.
HRT values openness, transparency, and great ideas, fostering a culture of togetherness and inclusivity.