Applications Open for Sem 2, 2026

Bridging Mathematics, Finance & Technology.

The Quantitative Finance Society at UWA is a student-run organisation dedicated to fostering excellence in algorithmic trading and quantitative research.

Supported by Leading Firms

Citadel Securities
IMC Trading
Jane Street
Optiver
SIG
VivCourt

The Trading Team Experience

Trading Team is a selective 12-week program run by past interns and future graduate traders from leading firms who aim to share the knowledge they have learnt in the quantitative-finance industry.

We partner with the best trading firms in the world, offering the highest paying internships and graduate jobs in Australia and surrounding regions. Over 30 of our current or past members of Trading Team have gone on to receive internship or graduate offers to work for our partner firms: Jane Street, Citadel Securities, Optiver, IMC, Susquehanna, and Vivcourt.

No finance knowledge is required and we teach from scratch to smart, motivated and curious students.

Trading Team Highlights

Compete in trading activities with a $1000 prize pool
Learn the fundamentals of quantitative finance in weekly workshops
Receive mentorship on practical quantitative finance projects
Complete mock interviews with incoming graduate traders
Access interview preparation resources
Join a network of over 30 past and current traders at top quant firms
12 Weeks
Program Duration
20 Students
Cohort Size
6 Firms
Industry Partners
2 Major
Projects

General Membership

For our broader members, the Quantitative Finance Society aims to make quantitative finance accessible, engaging, and community-driven.

Through industry collaboration events, networking opportunities, and educational initiatives, members gain direct exposure to professionals working in trading and quantitative finance, helping them better understand the industry and potential career pathways.

Alongside professional development, the club fosters a strong social culture through events such as poker nights and other informal gatherings, creating a welcoming community for students with shared interests in mathematics, finance, and technology.

Membership Highlights

Participate in QFin events
Network with industry professionals
Attend public seminars
Connect with likeminded students
Access exclusive resources

Get in Touch

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