Citi | Markets Quantitative Analysis (MQA)

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Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to Citi. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

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Get Career Ready

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to Citi. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Why complete this job simulation

A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Citi. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.

Self-paced3-4 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsIntermediate

Welcome to the Citi Markets Quant Experience! We are thrilled to have you here.

At Citi, we are a global bank committed to enabling progress and economic growth. With a legacy spanning over two centuries, we empower individuals, businesses, governments, and communities to achieve their financial goals.

During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a quantitative analyst and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Markets Quant team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in financial risk management, securities structuring, quantitative analysis, and market research.

We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Citi.

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Skills you will learn and practice:

Capital Markets

Collaboration

Teamwork

Critical Thinking

Financial Mathematics

Market Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Communication Skills

Financial Analysis

Risk Management

How it works

Introduction from Citi

Hear Julio DeGraca, Managing Director at Citi, introduce the program.Explore Our Job Sims

Tasks in this program

Intro & Scenario

Meet your team members and learn about your project goals.

Your role

You are a quantitative analyst intern at Citi, joining the bustling Markets division for a summer internship.
As part of the Markets Quant team, you'll work alongside seasoned professionals, each playing a crucial role in analyzing and navigating financial markets.
Your primary role is to assist the team in quantitative analysis tasks, applying your skills and learning from experienced mentors to gain valuable insights into the world of financial markets.

Your goal

Your goal is to actively contribute to the team's projects by completing tasks that range from reviewing financial math fundamentals to pricing commodities, hedging securities, and managing risk.
Through these tasks, you'll deepen your understanding of quantitative analysis techniques and their applications in real-world scenarios within Citi's Markets division.
By the end of the program, you will have developed essential skills and knowledge that will prepare you for a successful career in quantitative analysis within the financial industry.

Reviews

Over 1500

5 Star Reviews

"The best aspect of this course is that it shows ho to put financial mathematics into practice to make informed decisions."-- Student from University of Exeter

"I loved how the program allowed me to develop a foundational understanding essential to quantitative analysis. Additionally, it helped me gain a deep understanding of risk management and portfolio development strategies that I was previously unaware of, which I really appreciate."-- Student from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

"I really appreciated how practical and hands - on the program was. The real - world scenarios (like working with coffee futures and risk management cases) made complex quantitative analysis concepts feel directly applicable. Also, the structure was clear and logical — it was easy to follow along and build my understanding of Citi’s work in quantita..."-- Student from Tsinghua University

"I really liked the Citi program because it gave me the opportunity to apply quantitative and analytical concepts to real-world problems in finance. I appreciated the balance between structured training sessions and hands-on project work, which helped me build both technical and practical skills. I also enjoyed the collaborative environment — being..."-- Student from St. Francis College

"It was very interactive and I got to learn a ton about how math can be applied in a real financial environment"-- Student from University of Michigan Ross School of Business

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