FutureFocus Quants 2026

When: 23-27 March or 13-17 April 2026
Please indicate your preferred program date in the application form below. Check both boxes if youre available for both dates but please note that you will only be able to attend one.

Where: Optiver Amsterdam Headquarters
Application deadline: 1st January 2026 23:59 CET

Ready to turn your degree into an internship offer

FutureFocus: Quants is an exclusive program designed to give students graduating in 2028 a unique behind-the-scenes look at the world of quantitative trading and research. Over the course of five days youll take part in technical lectures skill-building workshops and networking events that will help you sharpen your skills and take action early in your academic journey.
Whether youre drawn to the fast-paced decisions of trading or the data-driven insights of research this program offers you the chance to explore which career path is right for you. And if you prove to be a good fityou could secure a fast-tracked internship offer giving you the chance to skip the traditional recruitment process.

WHAT YOULL DO
Learning and skill development:

• Trading fundamentals:Gain exclusive insights into market making and learn key skills that our traders and researchers use in their day-to-day work.
• Quant pathways: Get a behind-the-scenes look at quantitative trading and research helping you discover which career path aligns best with your strengths.
• Skills workshops: Enhance your quantitative skills through hands-on workshops led by Optivers traders and researchers applying tools and techniques used in the industry.
• Networking events: Engage with peers and professionals through networking opportunities designed to help you build meaningful connections within the industry.

Networking and culture:

• Cultural immersion: Get a taste of Optivers company culture and take advantage of our perks and benefits firsthand including daily breakfast lunch coffee and more.
• Guidance from Optivers education team:Learn from Optivers dedicated education team who provide tailored guidance and support throughout the week.
• Industry insights:Gain a deeper understanding of the industry and build the confidence needed to excel in a high-performance environment.
• Hotel & travel:Enjoy a comfortable stay with fully covered accommodation and travel expenses allowing you to focus on making the most of the program.
• Amsterdam up close:Picture your future career based in our vibrant city sampling a taste of life in the historic Dutch capital.

ELIGIBILITY

• Graduating in 2028;
• Studying at a university in the UK or Ireland;
• All degree backgrounds are considered;
• You are able to demonstrate at the time of application that you have the requisite visa or other travel authorisations in place in order to allow you to attend the program in person.

WHO YOU ARE

• Youre graduating in 2028 and want to discover how your degree can lead to an exciting career in quant trading or research.
• Youre an inquisitive critical thinker who is creative in innovating new solutions. When youre told that something just is you immediately start to take it apart to understand the why.
• You thrive in a collaborative problem-solving environment.
• Youre excited to test your quantitative skills and explore new opportunities in a challenging environment.
• All backgrounds are welcome to apply and no prior financial knowledge is required.

APPLY NOW
Does this sound like the future youre looking for Apply now by submitting your CV and take the first step towards your quant career.

Please notethat this application process consists of two stages: an online assessment and an interview. The online assessment will take place in the first week of January 2026 and the interview will be held mid to late January 2026. Further information and invitations to these assessments will be extended once applications have closed on 1st January 2026.

Diversity statement
Optiver is committed todiversity and inclusion.
We encourage applications from candidates from any and all backgrounds and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities. Please let us know if you would like to request any reasonable adjustments by contacting the Recruitment team via.

For answers to some of our most frequently asked questions refer to ourCampus FAQs.
For applicants based in India our entry route is via the placement office internship hiring season (July/August).

*We accept one application per role per year. If you have previously applied to this position during this season and have been unsuccessful you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins in 2026.