Super Quant internship

You can apply for the internship here.

We are looking for master’s students who want to write their thesis at Robeco. We are seeking students that have affinity with quantitative research and investing, and have a strong financial/technical background , such as Econometrics, Quantitative Finance, Economics, Finance, Investments, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics or Computer Science, or other related disciplines.

Key requirements:

• Programming skills: Proficiency in programming and working with large datasets are major prerequisites.

• Analytical & Creative mindset: You should bring both creativity and strong analytical skills to successfully finish the project.

• Social & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong interpersonal skills are crucial. You should be able to explain the economic intuition behind your results. You should be able to consult with different parties, and capable to translate their input into applicable solutions.

In the selection round we look at your grades, resume and cover letter. Your grades can help us to determine your skill level, while your resume and letter reveal more about your experience, personality and ambitions. The final selection will also depend on the topic chosen and the match with the supervisors. Different subjects require different backgrounds or experience. Some require strong programming skills while others are based more on in-depth financial knowledge and economic intuition. Lastly, each year we aim to recruit a diverse generation of Super Quants, in terms of gender, nationality, master’s program and personality.

All Super Quant internships are in our Quantitative Research department, which is in Robeco’s headquarters in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The duration of the internship is typically 6 months, but may vary based on your university requirements and the availability of suitable topics. Together with the other Super Quants, you will visit other departments, and participate in fun and social activities with the Quantitative Research department.

For the largest part, the internship takes place physically at the office. However, it’s possible to work from home 1 or 2 days a week. Interns have to be Netherlands-based, but are allowed to work remotely from a foreign country for a period of at most 1 month.

Yes. We provide challenging research subjects that combine practical relevance with sufficient academic content to allow you to write your thesis. Our department has strong links with academia, as some members have part-time positions at universities and many of us have obtained PhDs. We have a scientific approach to investing which means that there is often plenty of overlap between what is suitable for a thesis and what is useful for Robeco.

You will be supervised by experienced researchers with a background in econometrics or mathematics, often also with a PhD or CFA charter. Besides direct supervision, one or more of the intended users of the research work, such as portfolio managers or risk managers, may be involved.

Yes. Robeco offers a market conform internship salary and an allowance to facilitate relocation to Rotterdam for students currently not residing in the Netherlands. On top of this you will receive a bonus linked to your graduation grade: the higher your grade, the bigger the bonus. The bonus varies between EUR 500 and EUR 2500 depending on the thesis grade.

Are you a real high flyer? If so, there is the possibility to start your career at Robeco. Many of our colleagues, both within Quant Research and in other parts of the business, started out as Super Quant interns.

All applicants who pass the CV/motivation/grades check and are invited for interviews receive the detailed topic descriptions before the interviews.

In principle not, we have an extensive list of topics ourselves which we believe are very relevant from both a practical and academic perspective. Nevertheless, we are always open to a suggestion!