2026 BSc/MSc/PhD Quantitative Research/Strat Internship
SchonfeldSão Paulo, Brazil · Posted 3 months agoDescription
The Role
We are seeking exceptional MSc or PhD candidates to join our Quantitative Research and strat teams in Sao Paulo where they will work with other researchers and developers on various research projects, including the design of novel predictive signals, enhancement of our algorithms for prediction, trade execution, portfolio construction, risk management, product and asset modelling. Interns will have an opportunity to meaningfully contribute to all facets of a successful quantitative trading business; help it grow and diversify.
What you’ll do
Depending on the portfolio manager team you join, as a Quantitative Researcher/strat Intern you will be directly responsible for furthering our platform build and/or alpha research. You will understand the economics of a fundamental domain, and the corresponding insights that can be gathered from associated alternative data offerings. You will identify compelling differentiating factors, design novel predictive signals, backtest & validate hypotheses. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with senior team members to learn what it takes to be a successful quantitative strat + researcher.
What you need:
- Current BSc, MSc PhD student in a quantitative or technical field such as statistics, economics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science (ideally with one or two years left in your academic program)
- Excellent programming skills in languages such as Python, C, C++, Java, SQL, or R
- Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, time-series analysis and forecasting, pattern recognition, NLP, and unstructured data analysis).
- The ability to communicate research ideas clearly and succinctly
- Creative problem-solving skills and experience working with real-world datasets
- Strong attention to detail
- Please submit your CV/resume in English
We’d love if you had:
- Previous financial industry experience although it is not required
- An advanced degree in a quantitative or technical field
Our LATAM Internship Program
Kick-start your career in finance with the Schonfeld Internship! Over the course of 1 or 2 years, you will have the opportunity to build solutions that tackle real-world challenges and leave a lasting impact on the firm. As an intern, you’ll join a close-knit team that is ready to support your growth and accelerate your career. We will pair you with a dedicated manager and a mentor who’ll guide your development over the course of the internship and beyond. Throughout the program, you will have the chance to connect with senior leaders, attend knowledge workshops and get a behind-the-scenes look at how various functions power the firm. We’ll empower you to bring your ideas to life and make an impact.
Who We Are
Schonfeld Strategic Advisors is a global multi-strategy, multi-manager investment platform that harnesses the transformative power of people to perform in all market environments. Our dynamic culture inspires better outcomes for our team, our investors, and our partners. We aim to consistently deliver risk-adjusted returns, with people driving performance.
We specialize in four core strategies: Quantitative Trading, Fundamental Equity, Tactical Trading, and Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income. We capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets, drawing from a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure, and risk analytics.
We invest through internal portfolio managers and external partner funds, pursuing alignment among investors, investment professionals, and the firm. Our footprint spans 7 countries and 19 offices.
Our Culture
At Schonfeld, we’ll invest in you. Attracting and retaining top talent is at the heart of what we do, because we believe that exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people. We foster a culture where talent is empowered to continually learn, innovate and pursue ambitious goals. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative and encourage ideas—at all levels—to be shared.
As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning and educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact. We encourage community through internal networks, external partnerships and service initiatives that promote inclusion and purpose beyond the firm’s walls.
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