Taiwan
Intern with SQM Technologies
Experience Taiwan's innovation-driven economy while developing technical, analytical and professional skills in a cross-cultural workplace. SQM Technologies offers internships in high-frequency trading research for students from relevant business and STEM disciplines.
This internship provides an opportunity to apply your knowledge in a professional setting while gaining experience in quantitative trading research, financial market data analysis and Taiwan's technology sector.
Program Highlights
Through this program, you may have the opportunity to:
- Apply mathematics, statistics, computer science or related STEM knowledge to high-frequency trading research
- Gain practical experience analysing financial market data and evaluating quantitative trading models
- Strengthen research, programming, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Learn from experienced quantitative researchers and traders
- Develop your understanding of financial markets and the role of technology in quantitative trading
- Build professional connections while working in Taiwan's innovation-driven and cross-cultural business environment
About the Host Organisation
is a quantitative trading technology company based in Taipei. The company develops and applies advanced mathematical models and financial data analysis to high-frequency trading. It values research, collaboration and continuous learning, providing students with exposure to a professional quantitative trading environment.
UQ Graduate Attributes
Through this internship program, students will develop key听, including:
- Knowledge and skills: Apply knowledge of statistics, mathematics, computer science, physics or related STEM disciplines to quantitative trading research.
- Research and inquiry: Analyse financial market microstructure data and contribute to the development and evaluation of trading models.
- Communication: Communicate analytical findings and collaborate with researchers and traders in a professional environment.
- Critical thinking: Interpret complex financial datasets, evaluate model performance and translate research findings into practical insights.
- Ethical and social understanding: Develop awareness of responsible data use, model limitations and ethical considerations in technology-driven financial markets.
- Cultural competence: Build intercultural awareness by working within Taiwan鈥檚 professional and technology environment.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
This program contributes to the following听:
- SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Supports learning through data analysis, machine learning and quantitative modelling in a financial technology environment.
| Duration | 4 weeks |
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| Location | Taipei, Taiwan |
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| Internship places available | 4 positions听 |
| Program dates | 23 November 2026听-听18 December 2026 (TBC) |
| Application dDeadline | 30 August 2026 (TBC) |
| Interview | To be advised |
| UQ registration due | 30 September 2026 |
| Course credit* | Refer to the听Credit for Internships听webpage and confirm requirements with your Faculty. |
| Organisation website |
*Participation is subject to eligibility and Faculty approval.
Four internship positions are available within the Research Team. All roles are open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Click the role below to view the position description and eligibility requirements.
Chinese (Mandarin) is not essential but may be considered an advantage for some roles.
| Position | Role Summary听 | |
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(4 positions) | Support the research team by analysing financial market microstructure data and contributing to the development of quantitative trading models. Responsibilities may include conducting data analysis, assisting with model development using machine learning techniques, and providing analytical support to experienced traders and researchers on live trading strategies. | |
Application Process
Step 1: Check your eligibility
- Be actively enrolled in a UQ program and courses
- Not due to graduate at the end of the semester of application
- Completion of at least six (6) units at 麻豆传媒高清 in your current UQ program
- Maintaining a minimum GPA of 4 and a record of steady academic achievement
- Must meet visa and travel requirements for Taiwan
Check your grant eligibility via the听
Review the requirements on the听Eligibility & How to Apply听page.
Step 2: Prepare your application
You will need:
- Cover letter (maximum one page) outlining your motivation for applying, your learning goals and how you can contribute to the organisation.
- Current resume
- Academic transcript
Step 3: Submit your application to UQ
Apply via by听30 August 2026.
Step 4: UQ reviews applications
The UQ Internship Team reviews and shortlists candidates.
Step 5: SQM Technologies conducts interviews
Shortlisted students may be interviewed by SQM Technologies.
Step 6: Register with UQ
Successful students must complete听听for grant eligibility and/or insurance by听30 September 2026.
There is no internship fee to participate in this program.
Students are expected to have sufficient funds to cover travel, accommodation, meals, transport and other living expenses for the full duration of the program.
What's Included
- Internship placement at SQM Technologies.
- Mentorship and supervision from SQM Technologies team leads.
- Exposure to financial market microstructure data and quantitative trading model development.
- Professional development in a global听technology company.
Student Costs
Please note that students are responsible for all personal expenses during the program, including return airfare, accommodation, meals, transport, and any other living costs in Taiwan.
Funding
For more details, visit听Budget & Funding for Internships.
If you have any questions, please reach out to听internship@uq.edu.au.
*Grants are subject to eligibility requirements, assessment and approval.
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Key Dates
Program Dates: Experiences taking place between 22 November 2026 and 21 February 2027 will be considered.
UQ Registration Due Date: 30 September 2026
Program Application Deadline: Varies by host organisation. Please refer to the host organisation's website for specific dates