Summer Intern 2027 - Quantitative Researcher (PhD)

About the Program

Five Rings offers an intensive 9 week summer internship program that runs from the beginning of June through the beginning of August. The program includes immersion in hands-on projects, classroom instruction, and in-house built strategy games. Interns will work closely with the research team on development projects. You will have a mentor fully dedicated to you during the internship. 

You will take part in a series of talks to introduce you to key trading concepts. We also offer a variety of activities such as strategic game nights, nights out in NY, dinners, and so much more.  

About You 

• Must be working towards a PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, statistics, economics, or another qualifying field
• Exceptional at math and with other quantitative skills
• Has a hunger to work on some of the most complex mathematical problems we find
• Must enjoy problem solving as this is at the forefront of the role
• Enjoys initiating/acting on a thought or idea as soon as it comes to mind
• Proven track record of success within candidates field of specialty
• Excited to work as a team, but also comfortable testing ideas independently
• Must have basic programming experience through internships or academia
• Meticulous and detail-oriented
• Eager to learn

Annual Base Salary: $300,000. Additionally, interns receive a sign on bonus and corporate housing.