Hardware Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

IMC B.V.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Accommodations included

Discretionary bonus and benefits

Job summary

IMC B.V. is offering a 10-week internship for aspiring Hardware Engineers based in Chicago. Interns will receive comprehensive support, including educational training and mentorship, with a chance to secure a full-time position post-internship. The role includes collaborating on projects, enhancing technical skills, and networking in a vibrant environment.

The ideal candidate is a current university student pursuing an Electrical or Computer Engineering degree, with a strong foundation in Verilog and an interest in the financial markets. The internship starts on June 7, 2027.

Qualifications

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 - July 2028.
• Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems programmatically.
• Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance your knowledge of algorithm complexity, professional design, and coding.
• Work on meaningful and challenging projects.
• Participate in classroom-based training covering financial markets and hardware design.

Skills

Verilog

SystemVerilog

VHDL

C++

Python

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Job description

Our 10-week internship is your chance to experience life as a Hardware Engineer at IMC. You’ll have the support you need to succeed: educational training and a mentor who will oversee your work and professional development. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full time Graduate Hardware Engineer position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Enhance your knowledge of algorithm complexity, professional design, and coding
• Work on meaningful and challenging projects
• Patricipate in classroom-based training covering an overview of financial markets, IMC technology and hardware design
• Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
• Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
• Attend a full schedule of events and social activities throughout the summer

Your Skills and Experience:

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 - July 2028 that is pursuing an Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree
• Must have proficient experience in Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL or other RTL programming (additional software experience is a plus; C++, Python, or similar)
• Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems programmatically
• Desire to collaborate with technical and non-technical teammates in a dynamic environment
• Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
• Must be able to start internship on June 7, 2027

Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full‑time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance.

Base Salary: $200,000