Apply to HUQT

Join Harvard's premier quantitative finance community and launch your career at the world's leading trading firms.

What We Look For

Academic Excellence

Strong background in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or related quantitative fields

Demonstrated Interest

Passion for quantitative finance, trading, or financial markets through coursework or experience

Technical Skills

Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, C++, or similar analytical tools

Application Tracks

Trader Track

Focus on quantitative trading strategies, market analysis, and financial modeling

Key Skills:
  • • Statistical analysis and probability theory
  • • Financial markets and trading strategies
  • • Risk management and portfolio optimization
  • • Python/R for quantitative analysis
  • • Market microstructure understanding

Software Engineering Track

Build trading systems, financial applications, and quantitative tools

Programming Languages:
  • Python: NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Matplotlib
  • Rust: High-performance computing
  • JavaScript: Web development for financial tools
  • SQL: Database querying and management
Technical Skills:
  • • System design and architecture
  • • Database management and optimization
  • • API development and integration
  • • Version control (Git) and collaboration
  • • Trading system architecture

Application Process

01

Application Submission

Submit your application including resume and answers to open ended questions

02

Interview Process

Participate in a behavioral and technical interview with current members

03

Final Selection

Join our community of 62 exceptional Harvard quantitative traders

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