INTERNSHIP DETAILS
2026 - Internship, Data Engineering
CompanyQube Research & Technologies
LocationLondon
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 9, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As part of QRT’s data teams, you will design, build, and manage data solutions that support research and trading operations. You will collaborate with Traders, Researchers, and Engineers to ensure robust and scalable data infrastructure.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1977
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all asset classes across the world. Driven by a shared passion for data, research, technology and trading expertise, we strive to deliver high-quality returns for our investors.
Established in 2016, QRT can rely on its employees across 12 offices in Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific.
We currently have multiple open positions on our website, please check and apply on line: https://www.qube-rt.com/careers/
QRT supports various coding initiatives as well as academic projects developing and promoting maths and science education.
More information: https://www.qube-rt.com/commitments
About the Role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Programme duration:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> from 5 to 6 months, starting in 2026. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Who qualifies:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span class="TextRun SCXW215040191 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW215040191 BCX8"> Penultimate or final year students completing a Bachelor's, Master's.</span></span></span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Qube Research & Technologies (QRT)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Over the years, QRT has invested in a global research and execution platform which has been deployed to cover all geographies and asset classes. This platform covers a broad spectrum from high to low frequency trading systems. We thrive at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, smart automation, and scalable processes, enabling us to move fast, think big, and deliver at scale. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">We are committed to identifying and developing exceptional talent, and are inviting a new cohort of outstanding individuals to join us in the year ahead. Our internship offers a stimulating, intellectually rigorous, and high-performance environment, where collaboration is key to success. You will work alongside and be mentored by industry-leading professionals, gaining invaluable experience and positioning yourself for the opportunity to secure a full-time graduate role upon successful completion of the program.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Your future role at QRT</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Throughout the recruitment process, we will work to align your skills, interests, and potential with the teams where you can make the greatest impact. As part of QRT’s data teams, you will work at the heart of our research and trading operations - designing, building, and managing the data solutions that underpin our strategies. You will collaborate closely with Traders, Researchers, and Engineers to ensure our data infrastructure is robust, scalable, and able to power cutting-edge quantitative research. Your work will involve tackling complex challenges in data acquisition, engineering, and platform design.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Examples of potential roles and projects include:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Quantitative Data Analyst</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Source, design, and onboard new datasets in line with priorities set by trading desks. Support data integration into trading systems, propose data-driven solutions to unlock new research opportunities, and manage the full lifecycle of data sourcing projects, from acquisition and exploration to design. Collaborate with Data Engineers to bring datasets into production at scale.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Data Engineer</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Manage extensive datasets across QRT’s research and trading platforms. Design and implement data stores and APIs, monitor the health and performance of data processes, and deliver production-ready datasets. Provide direct support to Researchers and Traders to ensure they can fully leverage the capabilities of our data platform.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Data Platform Engineer</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Build and maintain the large-scale data infrastructure that powers our research environment. Focus on the ingestion, processing, and serving of data for both real-time and batch workflows, ensuring the platform operates with low latency and high availability. Continuously monitor and optimize system performance to handle growing volumes of complex datasets efficiently.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Your present skillset</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Strong core computer science foundations, including algorithms, data structures, parallel programming, and object-oriented programming (OOP).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Genuine interest in software engineering, infrastructure, or data engineering within a low-latency environment, working in Python, C# or C++.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Interest to build expertise in high-performance, real-time trading systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Excellent communication and analytical skills - you will interact directly with Traders and Researchers </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Drive for rapid autonomy and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance setting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Rigorous and structured approach to problem-solving.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Preferred qualifications (a plus):</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Knowledge of databases such as SQL or NoSQL.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Experience in front-end development.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Interest in financial markets and/or algorithmic trading.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Interview Process:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Application </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">- Submit your application online. We review applications on a rolling basis, so we recommend applying early to maximize your chances.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Technical Assessment</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> - Selected candidates will be invited to complete a coding challenge designed to evaluate core technical and problem-solving skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Interviews</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> - Shortlisted applicants will proceed to interviews, conducted either on-site or via Microsoft Teams. These will assess both your technical expertise and your alignment with our culture and values.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<p><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><em><span data-contrast="none">QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.</span></em><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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