Quantitative Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 at Altruist · Los…

Summary: Altruist is transforming the wealth management industry with an AI platform for financial professionals. They are seeking a Quantitative Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 to assist in developing investment strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance investment capabilities. Responsibilities: - Perform research on financial data using optimization software and statistical packages - Analyze and develop investment strategies that can be personalized at scale to deliver value through risk exposures, tax management, and implementation edge - Collaborate with the engineering and design teams to ensure successful product development, testing, and deployment - Support product launch activities, including user documentation, training materials, and client communication - Analyze data and user behavior to assess the impact of new product features and identify areas for further optimization - Provide support in user acceptance testing (UAT) and help ensure product quality and reliability Required Qualifications: - At least 1 Internship related to Quant Developing, Quant Research, or Trading - Ideally looking for a B.A. / B.S. degree in relevant fields such as Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, etc - You're technologically savvy and can easily get up to speed on modern tech stacks (Python, SQL, and more) - The pride you put into every aspect of your work is unparalleled and undeniable - Intentional dialogue is a superpower. You listen as well as you share your perspective with others - We're inspired by your unwavering determination to achieve success, no matter the adversity you face along way - Your confidence is brilliant, yet ego-less. You possess a strong knowledge base, the ability to discover the unknown, and are open to differing perspectives - Identifying the problem is simply not enough. You're instinctually creative with your approach in finding solutions to roadblocks Required Skills: Quantitative development, Quantitative research, Trading, Financial engineering, Economics, Applied mathematics, Python, SQL, Optimization software, Statistical packages, Resilience, Assurance Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: A hybrid work schedule for most positions to promote strong, in-person collaboration., Stunning, amenity-filled office spaces in Culver City, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Dallas, TX. Our offices are intentionally designed for comfort, collaboration, and productivity., Competitive pay and equity for eligible positions., Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans (HMO and PPO)., 401k savings plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting., 16 week paid parental leave after one year of employment., Professional growth and development opportunities including an employee mobility program and an annual L&D budget allocation for each employee., Company perks program (includes discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, and travel, etc.)., Financial guidance program (includes counseling on navigating debt, tracking personal spend, saving and planning goals, home-purchasing preparedness, etc.)., One month work from anywhere policy (with the exception of a few countries)., Total compensation includes a competitive benefits package, along with equity in the form of Stock Options (ISOs) for eligible roles.