AI Engineer Internship - Summer 2027 New Chicago Office

Geneva Trading; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geneva Trading invites top students to join their Summer 2027 AI Engineering Internship in Chicago. You’ll work on impactful projects, receive one-on-one mentorship, and develop skills for algorithmic trading over 10 fast-paced weeks.

During the program you’ll explore AI models and tools, prototype solutions, and collaborate with traders and technologists to drive technology adoption. A direct pipeline to full-time roles awaits strong performers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in CS, Data Science, or related field.
• Experience with agent orchestration frameworks or multi-step AI workflows.
• Interest in trading, fintech, or performance-sensitive environments.
• Strong software development fundamentals; Python proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Explore and prototype AI models and tools to identify high-potential technologies for internal workflows.
• Prototype engineering problems by building AI-driven tools and assistants with senior mentors.
• Track metrics on developer efficiency, tool adoption, and solution effectiveness.
• Share findings and demos, collaborating with engineers to drive adoption.
• Collaborate with traders and technologists to solve high-impact problems.
• Present work to senior leaders and receive actionable feedback.

Skills

Python

LLMs

Prompt engineering

Agent orchestration

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial engineering interest

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in CS, Math, or related

Tools

Claude Code

Codex

Grok Build

Gemini

Job description

Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.

AI Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

Location:Chicago, IL Duration:10 Weeks Start Date:June 2027

Launch Your Career in AI Engineering with Geneva Trading

Are you a problem-solver with a passion for markets, data, and technology? Geneva Trading is seeking exceptional students to join our Summer 2027 Geneva Trading Internship Program. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a leading proprietary trading firm where innovation, collaboration, and performance drive everything we do.

Over 10 fast-paced weeks, you’ll work on impactful projects, receive one-on-one mentorship, and develop the skills needed to thrive in the world of algorithmic trading. Our internship is a direct pipeline to full-time roles after graduation.

What You’ll Do

• Explore and innovate with new AI models, frameworks, and developer tools to help identify high-potential technologies for internal workflows.
• Experiment and prototype specific engineering problems by prototyping AI-driven tools, automation, and assistants alongside senior mentorship.
• Assist in tracking metrics around developer efficiency, tool adoption, and solution effectiveness.
• Collaborate and share findings, demonstrate prototypes, and collaborate with engineers to help drive technology adoption.
• Collaborate with traders and technologists to solve complex, high-impact problems.
• Present your work to senior leaders and receive actionable feedback.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from students pursuingBachelor's, Master's, or PhD degreesin:

• Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Statistics, or other STEM fields.

Required Skills

• Experience with agent orchestration frameworks or multi-step AI workflows.
• Interest or background in trading, fintech, or other performance-sensitive environments.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals, currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience with Claude Code, Codex, Grok Build, and/or Gemini.
• Proficiency in Python and comfort with fundamental software development practices.
• Hands-on exposure to LLMs, prompt engineering, or modern AI tooling through coursework, research, or personal projects.
• Curiosity, fast learning velocity, and an eagerness to tackle open-ended technical challenges.
• Strong collaborator with good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts and project outcomes to peers and mentors.
• Curiosity about financial markets, algorithmic trading, and market microstructure.
• Ability to think critically and communicate complex ideas clearly.

Why Geneva Trading?

• Impact from Day One:Work on meaningful projects that influence trading decisions.
• Mentorship & Learning:Learn from experienced traders, quants, and technologists.
• Culture of Excellence:Join a collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Career Path:Top interns receive full-time offers to join our Geneva Trading team after graduation.

Compensation

Hourly Range: $55-65/hr

The final hourly rate will be dependent on the successful candidate's skills, experience, education, and qualifications.

Application expected to close: 10/23/2026

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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