Machine Learning Researcher - PhD: 2026

Overview

Macro Analyst Internship: Summer 2027 — Experience level: Interns + Co-ops — Job category: Equity Research

As a Summer Analyst on Susquehanna's Macro Research team, you will be partnered with senior analysts and traders to assist in identifying investment opportunities in the equity, index, and options markets. You will learn to perform in-depth company analysis around future catalyst events and provide real-time opinions on breaking news throughout the trading day. You will gain experience in the financial markets by tracking company news and events, assisting with valuation work, and completing event-driven projects. Our ten-week summer internship program introduces you to our unique approach to research through practical experience on a global macro-focused team and education in a classroom setting.

What we’re looking for

• Intention to graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree and begin full-time employment by August 2028
• Strong written, analytical, and financial research skills
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Prior exposure to fundamental company research preferred
• Demonstrated interest in the financial markets
• Familiarity with a trading environment and derivative products preferred
• Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future

What’s In It For You

Our non-hierarchical culture allows employees of every level to thrive and make an impact. We are not your typical trading firm—the environment is casual, collaborative, and we focus on continuous development.

• Housing provided for the duration of the internship
• Relaxed dress code: jeans and sneakers are the norm
• Fully stocked kitchens for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages
• A 40,000 square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility with brand-new equipment, multi-purpose courts, group exercise classes, and locker room spaces
• Discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions
• Social events including a poker tournament, dinners, and sporting events in Philadelphia
• On-site Wellness Center
• On-site services such as a mailroom, barber, dry cleaning, and car maintenance
• Opportunities to give back to the community through Susquehanna-sponsored events and donation drives

Macro Analyst Interns at Susquehanna will receive a $4,250 weekly base salary during the ten-week program. In addition, interns will receive a signing bonus, housing, breakfast and lunch, and other perks.

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.

Application & Contact

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