FAQs
What is the primary focus of Akuna Capital?
Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm that focuses on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, data-driven solutions, and automation, specializing in providing liquidity as an options market-maker.
Where are Akuna Capital's offices located?
Akuna Capital operates from offices in Chicago, Sydney, Shanghai, and London.
What is the duration of the Quantitative Research Internship?
The internship, called Akunacademy, lasts for 10 weeks during the summer.
What are the main responsibilities of a Quantitative Research Intern at Akuna?
Interns will develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms, design and implement optimization algorithms for portfolio construction, develop quantitative models describing market behavior, and explore new research topics.
What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?
Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related subject, have expertise in statistics and machine learning, intermediate programming skills in Python, and must graduate by August 2026.
Is financial experience necessary for this internship?
No, financial experience is not a requirement for this internship.
What GPA is required for applicants?
Applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or above to be considered.
What are the legal authorization requirements for this position?
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. on the first day of employment, including F-1 students using CPT, OPT, or STEM.
Can I apply for multiple roles at Akuna Capital?
No, candidates will only be considered for their top preference role due to the high volume of applications.
In what format must resumes be submitted?
Resumes must be submitted in PDF format.