Women in Trading and Technology Internship (WiTTI) – Winter 2027

Hudson River Trading (HRT) — Women in Trading and Technology Internship (WiTTI)

The application deadline for this position is October 16, 2026.

Hudson River Trading (HRT) believes that by celebrating differences and fostering belonging, we can drive innovation, enhance decision-making, and build the future of trading together. HRT is committed to creating an environment where all individuals, including women+ and non-binary students, can thrive. People of all identities are welcome to apply.

Program Overview

HRT’s Women in Trading and Technology Internship (WiTTI) is a 2–4 week exploration into quantitative trading for students who are curious but unfamiliar with the industry. This is an in-person program based in our New York City office.

Program start: January 4, 2027
Duration: Flexible based on your university’s winter break schedule (two, three, or four weeks)

What You Can Expect

• An introduction to a wide range of technical facets of the quantitative trading industry
• Hands-on independent programming projects in Python and C++
• An opportunity to learn about both software engineering and algorithm development (quantitative research) at HRT
• Tech talks and seminars
• Social and networking events exploring what New York City has to offer

Requirements

• You are a full-time undergraduate student graduating between fall 2028 and summer 2030 in a technical or quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, statistics, or a related program)
• Demonstrated experience in programming; familiarity with C, C++, Python, and/or Rust is preferred
• A passion for technology and excitement for learning something new
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills

This program is specifically offered for individuals without extensive experience in the quantitative trading industry. If you already have relevant internship experience, please apply to one of our summer programs.

Compensation

Weekly base salary of $5,800, in addition to company-paid housing, meals, and other perks.

Culture

HRT brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world’s most sophisticated computing environments for research and development, and our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in algorithmic trading.

At HRT, we welcome a variety of expertise, including mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation across the organization—from trading to business operations to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, celebrate great ideas from both HRT veterans and new hires, and foster a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff and global offices, and we benefit from varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; whoever you are, we’d love to get to know you.