DRW

How the process runsFirm careers page, read Nov 7, 2026

1. 1ApplicationStated by DRWOnly a current resume is needed, reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early.
2. 2Online assessmentStated by DRWA timed take home challenge in probability and logic or in computer science fundamentals, depending on the role.
3. 3Phone screenTypicalMental math, probability, and expected value questions over the phone or video.
4. 4First roundStated by DRWA phone or video interview with a developer, quant trader, or researcher, with technical and behavioral questions.
5. 5Final roundStated by DRWA two day final visit: a technical challenge on the first afternoon, then a full day of technical and behavioral interviews.
6. 6OfferTypicalUsually within days of the final round.

Timing between stages shows on each program page once students report it. Firms change formats by year and office; the firm's own invite is the final word.

What it tends to weighStated, then typical

From DRW's careers site: DRW looks for driven problem solvers with a quantitative mindset who like new challenges and work well across trading, technology, and research. Source

• Expected value and probability done quickly and correctly, with the reasoning said out loud.
• Making markets: quoting a width, updating on fills, and managing inventory.
• Collaboration and admitting mistakes quickly, which trading firms test directly.

behavioral

3 questions

technicals

14 questions

markets

3 questions

modeling

1 question