Quantitative Analyst Intern (New York) – Summer 2026

The D. E. Shaw Group

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Job Description

Job Overview

The D. E. Shaw Group is seeking talented individuals for the position of Quantitative Analyst Intern for Summer 2026 in New York. This 12-week program offers interns the chance to work on real-world projects, collaborate with trading groups, and gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. Interns will be involved in research projects that focus on statistical modeling techniques and financial data analysis, under the mentorship of experienced professionals.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills
  • • statistical modeling
  • • data analysis
  • • programming in Python
Preferred Skills
  • • abstract reasoning
  • • problem solving
  • • quantitative thinking
Experience Level

Internship level, no previous finance experience necessary

Responsibilities

  • • Work on a research project involving statistical modeling techniques
  • • Write software to analyze financial data
  • • Collaborate with quants, developers, and senior staff

Technical Environment

Languages

Benefits & Perks

  • • Monthly base salary of $22,000
  • • Overtime pay
  • • Sign-on bonus of $20,000
  • • Travel coverage
  • • Choice of furnished summer housing or $10,000 housing allowance
  • • $3,300 stipend for self-study materials
  • • $4,000 stipend for personal technology equipment

Additional Information

Location
New York
Type
Internship
Compensation
Monthly base salary of $22,000, plus bonuses and stipends

About The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm founded in 1988 with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of its staff.

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