Software Engineer Summer Internship 2026
Job Location
Vilnius, Lithuania
Employment Type
Internship
Work Setup
Office
Start Date
Summer 2026
About VNT Technologies
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VNT Technologies is a quantitative research and technology firm focused on developing algorithmic trading infrastructure. We combine mathematical modelling, software engineering, and low-latency technologies to build systematic trading architecture for financial markets.
If you’re excited about solving hard technical problems, working with real-time systems, and seeing your code impact markets, you belong with us.
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Internship Overview
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As a Software Engineer Intern at VNT Technologies, you will work at the intersection of high-performance computing, algorithmic trading, and large-scale data analysis. Over the course of our comprehensive 6-week program, you will contribute to real, high-impact projects that influence the firm’s performance.
You’ll collaborate with experienced software engineers and quantitative researchers, gaining hands-on exposure to the technologies and methodologies used by leading systematic trading firms. From optimizing low-latency systems to exploring new data sources, your work will directly support our mission of building cutting-edge trading infrastructure.
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How You Will Make an Impact
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Design, test, and deploy software development solutions.
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Perform data-driven research and apply statistical analysis to large data sets.
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Propose innovative solutions to complex problems and support their implementation.
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Assist in debugging and resolving software issues.
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Lead a dedicated project, allowing you to contribute directly to the firm's growth while demonstrating your technical and creative abilities.
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Collaborate side-by-side with experienced engineers who are excited to mentor you and help accelerate your growth.
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What You Bring to the Team
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Currently studying Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field.
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Proficiency in C#, C++, Rust, or Python.
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Genuine interest in financial markets and algorithmic trading.
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Ability to learn new technologies quickly and a curiosity for understanding how things work.
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Self-motivated, responsible, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
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Eagerness to take responsibility and deliver high-quality work.
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What to Expect During the Internship
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Meaningful projects: each intern leads a high-impact engineering project focused on building, improving, or scaling our algorithmic trading infrastructure.
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​Mentorship & collaboration: you’ll work closely with experienced software engineers who provide hands-on guidance and care deeply about code quality, system design, and your professional growth.
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​Learning & exposure: gain practical exposure to low-latency systems, trading infrastructure, data pipelines, and the full lifecycle from design and implementation to production deployment.
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Ownership & impact: this isn’t a sandbox environment- well-designed solutions can be deployed to production and directly support our trading systems.
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Life at VNT Technologies
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Our team is shaped by diverse backgrounds and career paths. Some bring strong academic credentials - graduates of Cambridge and Oxford, medalists in International Olympiads, and PhDs. Others built exceptional expertise through hands-on experience and deep curiosity. What unites everyone is a passion for solving hard problems.
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We offer strong compensation, a fascinating business domain, and an unlimited supply of deep and exotic technical challenges.
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What We Offer
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Salary: €4,000 gross per month.
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Structured and fast-paced 6-week program.
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Hands-on exposure to high-performance engineering.
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Support from mentors who want to see you succeed.
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Real ownership and real impact from day one.
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A friendly, collaborative culture where good ideas can come from anyone.
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Office at the heart of the business district - “Europa” Business Center, Vilnius, Lithuania.
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Interns who demonstrate outstanding performance throughout the program will be offered a full-time role at VNT Technologies.
