As a Quant Trading Intern at Da Vinci, you'll embark on an incredible journey within the world of trading. This internship offers an exceptional opportunity for students to kick-start their careers on the trading floor. Throughout your internship, you will collaborate closely with experienced traders, quantitative researchers and software engineers, allowing you to discover and explore your true passion within the field. By working on various projects, you will sharpen your skills and develop a deeper understanding of trading strategies, risk management, and market dynamics. To make your internship comprehensive and educational, we have designed an 8-week program:
Week 1-2: Theory classes, where you will delve into essential concepts and strategies.
Week 3-4: Simulated trading sessions, offering practical insights into real-world market scenarios.
Week 5: Programming sessions with intensive training, equipping you with the technical tools required for quantitative analysis.
Week 6-8: Collaborating on diverse projects that allow you to apply your newly acquired knowledge, engaging in hands-on challenges that further refine your skills and deepen your understanding of trading dynamics.
Your profile
Are you motivated and self-driven with a passion for learning and personal growth? If you are a student graduating in 2027 from fields such as mathematics, physics, engineering or similar, we invite you to apply for this internship! We are actively seeking enthusiastic individuals who possess a genuine interest in trading and are eager to embark on an exciting training experience. The application process for both our internship and full-time positions follows the same criteria, as we are committed to identifying exceptional talent and fostering long-term work relationship. Take this valuable opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Da Vinci, gaining a comprehensive understanding of what a future full-time role entails. Should you thrive and find fulfilment during your internship, we would be delighted to extend an offer for a full-time position upon your graduation.
Benefits
- The opportunity to become a full-time quant trader or quant researcher after graduating
- Competitive compensation
- Full coverage of your flights and stay in Amsterdam
- Meals during work hours
- Social events and after-work drinks
- Bicycles to explore the city
- Sponsored gym membership
- In-house game room
Recruitment process
At Da Vinci, we understand the importance of a seamless application process. Here's an overview of what you can expect:
- Submit your application
- Online numerical quiz
- Online introductory call
- Online programming challenge
- Online technical interview
- Online final interview
- Congrats, you have an offer!
Timeline
- Early Bird Applications Open – June 27 (do not worry if you can not apply there will be other opportunities after summer)
- Early Bird Applications Close – August 29 (Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis)
- Short break in the application process
- Second Round Applications Open – September 22
Top Skills
What We Do
Da Vinci was founded in 2015 after a group of passionate trading experts found themselves desiring a new way of working. They wanted to do things differently. At Da Vinci, our goal is to build the best proprietary trading house in the world by doing just that. We strive to keep our work smart and innovative, making the most of our team’s strategic minds to challenge existing ways of thinking. We’ve established a unique approach to trading and have high standards for company culture. We are headquartered in the home of the world’s first stock market — Amsterdam — and spend each day immersed in the city’s rich financial and trading history.
Becoming the best in the world means building a team of first-rate talent with the most innovative ideas. The real value comes from how we work and grow together, making working at Da Vinci challenging and rewarding. We have a lot of fun and truly enjoy what we do; at Da Vinci, we value collaboration, so you can find traders, software engineers, researchers and founders working closely together every day. We are nonhierarchical, support employees moving flexibly within the firm and place no limit on personal growth. No matter their role, everyone is key to sustainably growing Da Vinci into the business we know it can be.
We value excellence in everything we do, encourage employees to take ownership of their work. We believe that our colleagues must consistently feel stimulated and supported in order to reach their full potential and achieve our ambitious goals.
