Quantitative Research Intern

About Us 

AXQ Capital is an investment management firm that employs systematic strategies and aims to generate consistent alpha in global markets. We are a team of passionate quants and technologists dedicated to applying scientific approaches and cutting-edge technologies to the field of quantitative research.

We maintain offices in New York, Beijing, Shanghai, and Xiamen.

Job Duties

• Work under the guidance of experienced quantitative portfolio managers and researchers to develop and refine quantitative trading strategies

• Apply tools from probability, statistics, and machine learning to explore market patterns and edge

• Support cutting-edge research projects and alpha-generation initiatives

• Collect, clean, and analyze data; help maintain research infrastructure

• Learn and apply our proven methodologies on a professional research platform

This role is open year-round: we welcome applications for summer internships, winter-break internships, or part-time roles during the academic year.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a top-tier university (undergraduate or graduate) with a strong quantitative background (e.g., engineering, mathematics, physics, financial engineering)

• Solid foundation in mathematical statistics; familiar with statistical modeling, time-series analysis, and common machine-learning techniques

• Proficient in Python and skilled at data processing and analysis

• Passionate about quantitative finance, curious, innovative, and able to learn quickly

• Able to work well under pressure; strong communicator and team player

We'd love if you have

• Prior experience developing quantitative trading strategies

• Publications in leading academic journals or conference proceedings

• Awards in national or international Olympiads (mathematics, physics, computer science)

Feel free to apply at any time—join us and jumpstart your career in quantitative investing!