Bernstein - Quantitative Research & Trading Intern – Fall 2026

We are looking for a highly self-motivated, fast-learning intern to join our quantitative research and trading team. This role is ideal for candidates who can operate independently, quickly understand complex systems, and contribute to production-level projects.

You will work closely with a small, high-impact team building and supporting a global trading system spanning market data, execution algorithms, and analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance quantitative models for trading and execution
• Analyze large-scale market data to extract actionable signals
• Support algorithmic trading strategies (alpha, execution, microstructure)
• Build tools for data analysis, simulation, and visualization
• Collaborate with engineers on system integration (Python / Java / C++)
• Debug and improve production trading systems

Basic Qualifications

• Strong self-drive and ability to work independently
• Background in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Engineering
• Programming experience in at least one of: Python, C++, or Java
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, probability, and statistics
• Ability to read and understand complex existing codebases
• Be in your penultimate year of study of a bachelor’s or master’s degree, we will also consider post graduate interns.  
• Be available for full-time or part-time work the fall of 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with quantitative trading, financial markets, or time series modeling
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques
• Experience with 3D modeling or simulation tools (e.g., Blender), demonstrating spatial reasoning and technical creativity
• Exposure to Linux, distributed systems, or cross-language systems (e.g., Java ↔ C++)

 Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience.

Bernstein is widely recognized as a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, with a trading platform that spans the US, Europe, and Asia. Our research and trading capabilities are sought out by leading investment managers around the world, and we have a long history of our research receiving #1 rankings for overall quality and industry knowledge.

Research is our legacy and foundation. Our brand is defined by our Blackbooks, renowned for their in-depth quantitative forecasts and unmatched industry expertise. Our Research Analysts are thought leaders who typically have many years of direct experience in the industries they cover. Our reputation is for the very highest caliber of disciplined investment and industry analysis.

In 2019 Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, a highly regarded global financial services independent research firm. This acquisition further strengthened us as the preeminent provider of the highest-quality research to our clients worldwide.

On April 1, 2024, AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale announced the official launch of Bernstein, a new joint venture expanding our global cash equities and equity research business. Clients now have unparalleled equity liquidity access and a full range of integrated services, leveraging Bernstein’s cash equities and research capabilities and Societe Generale’s equity derivatives, prime services and equity capital markets offering.