Software Engineer Intern
- Level
- Intern
Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.
Open. First seen 2 October 2026.
About the role
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WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.
WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.
Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.
Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy projects while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people.
The Role: We are looking for an exceptionally talented software engineer intern to join our team. You will be part of a business-facing team responsible for building and evolving the core systems that power our Quant strategies. You will be working with Quants very closely to develop, enhance, and support cutting-edge tools and systems that drive data decision making. The role provides a unique opportunity to gain exposure to full lifecycle of quant finance.
What You’ll Bring:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science
- Python programming proficiency
- Familiarity with data structure and algorithms
- Strong understanding of software development principles and methodologies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in finance, quantitative trading or financial data a plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday
- We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events
- Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people
- Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family
- Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc.
- Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams
- Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office!
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The team: Technology Division HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 44 open in Technology Division. 3 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in March: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
Python (37 of 44), Linux (28 of 44), C++ (22 of 44), LLM (18 of 44), Unix (14 of 44), Git (13 of 44), Agile (12 of 44)
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- Software Engineer (C/C++) posted Jul 28
- Senior Python Software Engineer posted Jul 21
- Senior Python Software Engineer posted Jul 8
- Senior C++ Software Engineer posted Jul 6
- Senior C++ Software Engineer posted Jul 3
- Lead Technical Project Manager posted Jun 30
- C++ Developer posted May 6
- Senior Software Engineer posted Apr 11
- Python Engineer posted Apr 9
- AI Software Developer posted Apr 1
- Quantitative Developer posted Mar 31
- Backend Engineer posted Mar 27
- Senior Java Software Engineer posted Mar 12
- Quantitative Developer posted Mar 9
- Full Stack Engineer posted Feb 27
- Lead Python Engineer - AI Technology posted Feb 26
- Senior Backend Engineer posted Feb 24
- Senior Python Software Engineer posted Feb 11
- AI Software Developer posted Feb 6
- Quantitative Developer posted Jan 30
- Low Latency C++ Developer posted Jan 29
- C++ Software Engineer posted Jan 29
- Quantitative Developer posted Jan 29
- Linux Systems Engineer posted Nov 20
- Lead Python Engineer - AI Technology posted Oct 20
- Senior Python Engineer - AI/ML Systems posted Oct 20
- Senior Python Engineer - AI Technology posted Oct 8
- Python Software Engineer posted Jun 4
- Senior C++ Software Engineer posted Jan 22
- Quantitative Developer posted Jan 17
- Senior Platform Engineer posted Jan 7
- Lead Python Engineer - AI/ML Systems posted Dec 16
- Senior Python Engineer - AI Technology posted Dec 13
- Quantitative Python Developer posted Jun 20
- Software Engineer - Trading Systems posted Jun 4
- Execution Developer posted Apr 6
- Software Engineer posted Mar 27
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Salary context
10 other open postings titled Software Engineer Intern state a salary: median USD 122,400 to USD 124,800 a year.
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