This Internship is for Summer 2026 - you can start your internship from April onwards. The minimum length of the Internship must be 12 weeks.
At Squarepoint, our technology is integral to the success of our firm. We are looking for highly motivated students with a deep passion for technology and software development to join our software developer Summer internship program. As a participant in the internship program, you will work closely with experienced engineers to develop and deliver custom software solutions that solve complex problems and help to shape the business of investment management.
Position Overview:
- A fast-paced training program to give you an introduction to all technical facets of software development in the algorithmic trading industry
- The software you build and the projects you work on will be leveraged to support active and ongoing trading with the markets
- Independent programming projects in Python or C++
- Intern social events to let you network with other Squarepoint employees and explore the city where you’re spending your internship
Required Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Candidates must be in penultimate year of study
- Knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C++, Java, Rust, C
- Knowledge of Unix systems
- A deep passion for technology
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- In penultimate year of study
- Knowledge of Python, C++, Java, Rust or C
- Knowledge of Unix systems
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
Squarepoint Capital Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Squarepoint Capital and has not been reviewed or approved by Squarepoint Capital.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision insurance are provided alongside FSA options, indicating a broad healthcare offering. Disability, life, and AD&D coverage are also cited as part of the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program is offered, with multiple mentions of a company match. Long‑term financial protections such as life and disability insurance complement the retirement plan.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid sick days, and paid volunteer time are included. Parental leave is described as generous.
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What We Do
Squarepoint Capital is a leading global investment management firm that develops quantitative investment strategies to achieve high quality returns for our clients. We are a data and technology driven firm who specialize in developing automated trading systems that execute across global financial markets.
