2027 Summer Associate Internship – Global Markets, Quantitative Research & Trading

2027 Summer Associate Internship – Global Markets, Quantitative Research & Trading

Location: New York, NY

Global Markets – Quantitative Research & Trading

Our Global Markets Americas (GMA) team works with a variety of clients, including governments, multinationals, private banks, and global institutions. We provide market-leading solutions and impeccable service across hedging and financing opportunities across every asset class, as well as research and market intelligence.

As a front-office Quantitative Finance Associate in Global Markets, you will be part of one of the Quantitative Research, Trading, or Structuring teams and participate in designing, implementing, and trading Global Markets products. You will take an active part in all front-office activities.

Quantitative Research Team

The Quantitative Research team is responsible for the development of pricing and risk models and their implementation in the global analytics library. As a member of a global transversal team working with colleagues in Europe and Asia, you will support trading activities of the flow and structured desks across the full range of Global Markets asset classes, including Interest Rates, FX, Credit, Equity, and more.

Structuring Team

As part of the Structuring team, you will be involved in the design, pricing, and marketing of derivatives products, working alongside a team of global specialists. Structurers craft innovative products and ideas suited to market conditions and clients’ needs, and contribute to the ongoing digitalization of the platform.

Trading Team

As part of the Trading team, you will gain an in-depth understanding of market dynamics and trade a comprehensive range of asset classes across every index, every exchange, and every market worldwide. In addition to trading execution and short-term risk management, you will develop trading report development skills.

What You Will Need

To succeed, we look for candidates with a strong academic story, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to articulate ideas clearly to clients and colleagues.

• Graduation year: Winter 2027 – Spring 2028
• Majors: All majors accepted
• Advanced degree: MA/MS/MFin or PhD
• Skills: Strong analytical skills and a technical background in mathematics, computer science, or finance
• Communication: Effective communication skills, with ability and willingness to engage the business
• Delivery and collaboration: Delivery-focused mindset and willingness to collaborate with other teams
• Programming: Programming/coding skills preferred

What Does Our Summer Internship Program Look Like?

BNP Paribas internship programs are designed as a springboard for college students to launch their careers through exciting and intellectually stimulating opportunities. The program provides guidance from mentors and exposure to senior leaders within the Bank.

As an Intern, you will:

• Complete an initial induction training to set you up for success and to network with your intern class across all business divisions
• Work on technical projects and collaborate with colleagues across the Bank to gain exposure to real work and identify where your skills and interests align
• Participate in a summer senior speaker series to gain a comprehensive understanding of financial markets and the industry
• Network with colleagues and learn about industry topics and life at BNP Paribas, and participate in philanthropy and social events

Compensation

The base salary for this position in New York, NY is $150,000.

About BNP Paribas

BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe with an international reach across the US, EMEA, and APAC. It has a presence in 65 countries, with nearly 190,000 employees. The bank employs over 3,500 people in offices in the US across 10 states including New York, Jersey City, Chesterbrook, PA, San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Miami, and Washington, DC.

BNP Paribas is committed to creating an environment where employees feel empowered to drive change, make an impact, and be true to themselves. The bank supports workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion through initiatives including a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leadership Forum and Employee Resource Group (ERG) communities, and provides robust training, development, and mentoring opportunities.

BNP Paribas is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.