Citadel Securities
Machine Learning Researcher - 2025 PhD Intern (US)
Citadel Securities, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Job Description
At Citadel Securities, a leading global market maker, our team of quantitative researchers models the markets and brings trading strategies to life every day. Specifically, the goal of this team is to leverage and tailor the state-of-the-art machine learning and AI algorithms to modernize the quantitative trading industry.We're looking for extraordinary and highly motivated researchers who are excited about solving challenging problems and iterating in a fast-paced environment.
As an intern, you'll get to challenge the impossible in research through an 11 week program that will allow you to collaborate and connect with senior team members. In addition, you'll get the opportunity to network and socialize with peers throughout the internship.
Your ObjectivesUse statistics, machine learning or AI (e.g. deep learning, NLP) to extract patterns from various kinds of datasets through innovative and rigorous researchImplement algorithms in high-quality codeWork with large data sets, including unconventional and unstructured data sourcesBack-test models and document research findingsYour Skills & Talents
PhD degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative fieldAdvanced training and strong research track record in statistics, machine learning, AI, or another highly quantitative fieldHands on programming experience in scripting (e.g. Python) and/or compiled languages (e.g. C++)A background demonstrating strong problem-solving skillsAn ability to communicate advanced concepts in a concise and logical wayProficiency in creating and using algorithms to meticulously investigate and work through large data or error-checking problems
Opportunities available in MiamiAbout Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities is the next-generation capital markets firm and a leading global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with the liquidity they need to trade a broad array of equity and fixed income products in any market condition. The brightest minds in finance, science and technology use powerful, advanced analytics to solve the market's most critical challenges, turning big ideas into real-world outcomes.
At Citadel Securities, a leading global market maker, our team of quantitative researchers models the markets and brings trading strategies to life every day. Specifically, the goal of this team is to leverage and tailor the state-of-the-art machine learning and AI algorithms to modernize the quantitative trading industry.We're looking for extraordinary and highly motivated researchers who are excited about solving challenging problems and iterating in a fast-paced environment.
As an intern, you'll get to challenge the impossible in research through an 11 week program that will allow you to collaborate and connect with senior team members. In addition, you'll get the opportunity to network and socialize with peers throughout the internship.
Your ObjectivesUse statistics, machine learning or AI (e.g. deep learning, NLP) to extract patterns from various kinds of datasets through innovative and rigorous researchImplement algorithms in high-quality codeWork with large data sets, including unconventional and unstructured data sourcesBack-test models and document research findingsYour Skills & Talents
PhD degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative fieldAdvanced training and strong research track record in statistics, machine learning, AI, or another highly quantitative fieldHands on programming experience in scripting (e.g. Python) and/or compiled languages (e.g. C++)A background demonstrating strong problem-solving skillsAn ability to communicate advanced concepts in a concise and logical wayProficiency in creating and using algorithms to meticulously investigate and work through large data or error-checking problems
Opportunities available in MiamiAbout Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities is the next-generation capital markets firm and a leading global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with the liquidity they need to trade a broad array of equity and fixed income products in any market condition. The brightest minds in finance, science and technology use powerful, advanced analytics to solve the market's most critical challenges, turning big ideas into real-world outcomes.