Trading Intern

Job Description

About Company

Susquehanna, often referred to as SIG, is a prominent quantitative trading firm. It is known for its innovative approach to trading, heavily relying on game theory, decision science, and cutting-edge technology to inform its trading decisions.

The company fosters a distinctive non-hierarchical culture, which promotes a casual and collaborative environment. Susquehanna emphasizes continuous development for its employees, allowing individuals at every level to thrive and make a significant impact. They are not a typical trading firm, valuing a relaxed atmosphere. The firm also demonstrates its commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction by offering various perks and benefits, including housing, meals, discounts, and social events.

Job Description: Trading Intern

The Trading Internship at Susquehanna offers a distinctive and comprehensive opportunity for aspiring quantitative traders. The program is meticulously designed to provide interns with a deep exposure to trading, helping them determine if a career in this field aligns with their long-term goals.

Key Aspects of the Internship Program:

• Dual-Track Learning: Interns split their time between:
• Working on a Trading Desk: Interns are fully embedded within a trading desk, working directly alongside an experienced trader who serves as a mentor. This hands-on experience provides practical insights into daily trading operations.
• Classroom Education: Interns receive industry-leading training in fundamental concepts such as options theory and decision science. This educational component is delivered by traders fully dedicated to trader development, ensuring high-quality, relevant instruction. Students with a STEM background are particularly encouraged to leverage their quantitative skills to learn how Susquehanna applies advanced methodologies like game theory and decision science to trading.

What Susquehanna is Looking For (Requirements):

• Academic Intent: Intention to graduate with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and be prepared to begin full-time employment by August 2027.
• Core Skills: Demonstrably exceptional quantitative, logical reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Technical Proficiency: General computer skills are required; computer programming skills are a significant plus.
• Personal Attributes: A demonstrated interest in strategic games and/or competitive activities is highly valued. Candidates must also possess the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and competitive environment.
• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

What’s In It For You (Benefits & Perks for Interns):

• Work Culture: An environment that is non-hierarchical, casual, and collaborative, focusing on continuous development and allowing interns to make a real impact.
• Compensation: A competitive $5,500 weekly base salary for the duration of the ten-week program.
• Financial & Living Support: In addition to the base salary, interns receive a signing bonus and housing is provided for the entire duration of the internship.
• Daily Conveniences: Breakfast and lunch are provided, and food, beverages, and snacks are available all day.
• Relaxed Environment: A relaxed dress code where jeans and sneakers are the norm, and shorts are permitted all summer long.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions.
• Social Engagement: Opportunities to participate in social events, including a poker tournament, dinners, sporting events, and other outings in New York City.

Program Duration: The internship is a ten-week program.