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In our business, where the markets are always evolving, you will test hypotheses, identify patterns and explore how research ideas are developed, challenged and evaluated in practice.\nBy the end of the ten-week internship, you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to succeed as a Quantitative Researcher at a leading global trading firm.\nWhat you’ll do\nLed by our in-house education team, the internship combines structured training with hands-on experience across trading, research and AI.\nThe comprehensive training program offers you the opportunity to:\nDeep dive into trading and research fundamentals, from theoretical concepts to financial markets, strategies and cutting-edge technology\nTake part in a collaborative research project, using quantitative analysis to develop and test a systematic trading strategy\nDevelop your research skills by working with large market datasets to test hypotheses, identify patterns and explore trading ideas\nGain hands-on market experience through simulated trading using real Optiver technology and responding to live market events\nGain exposure to traders and researchers and experience the trading floor environment first-hand\nLearn how we use AI and apply it to solve real-world trading problems\nBased on your performance during the internship, you could receive an offer to join our firm full-time in Amsterdam or London after your studies.\nWhat you’ll get\nYou’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, where you’ll be surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem solvers. 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