Leadership Rotation Network Intern

Drweng; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 76,500 - 103,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing near office

Mentorship program

Market fundamentals course

Community events

Job summary

DRW is offering a 10-week LRN Analyst Intern program in Chicago, aimed at students pursuing business, finance, or analytics. You’ll work in a middle/back-office team, contribute to projects, and gain hands-on experience with quantitative and analytical tasks.

You will develop skills in Python, SQL, and advanced Excel, while learning about trading operations and corporate functions. This internship emphasizes mentorship, housing support, and a structured market fundamentals course.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Proficiency with Python (pandas, CSV/JSON, API calls) and basic tooling (conda/virtualenv, GitHub).
• SQL: write intermediate queries (JOINs, CTEs, PIVOT) for data transformation.
• Advanced Excel: VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, pivots, formatting, macros/VBA.
• Strong self-motivation, integrity, teamwork and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge to deliver value within your team.
• Lead projects and participate in daily processes in the middle/back-office context.
• Analyze situations, develop solutions aligned with strategic goals, respond to feedback.
• Develop deep understanding of the business and how trading functions work together.
• Collaborate across diverse teams and build relationships within the DRW community.

Skills

Python

SQL

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master in Business/Finance/Economics

Tools

GitHub

Pandas

Job description

Our formula for success is to hire exceptional people, encourage their ideas and reward their results.

As a LRN Analyst Intern

You will work directly within a dedicated middle or back-office team, such as Global Trading Operations, Treasury, Product Control, Credit Risk, Project Management, Business Management, or Finance. Over the course of your 10-week internship, you will contribute meaningfully to your team's objectives and gain in-depth knowledge in your specific area of placement.

How we expect our LRN Interns to make an impact:

• Apply your acquired knowledge and skills to deliver tangible value in your assigned team
• Lead projects and participate in daily processes, gaining insight into your team’s scope and their collective role in supporting our trading business
• Analyze situations, develop solutions aligned with our strategic goals and respond constructively to feedback
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business and gain a “behind the scenes” look at how our trading functions work together cohesively
• Effectively collaborate within diverse teams and build lasting relationships with cohort members and the LRN community

You’ll be right at home if you have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field, with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
• Basic proficiency in:
  • Python: Experience with pandas, handling CSV/JSON files, API interaction (requests), and writing scripts/classes. Knowledge of conda/virtualenv, GitHub, and matplotlib/seaborn is a plus.
  • SQL: Ability to write intermediate queries (JOINs, CTEs, PIVOT) for data transformation. Familiarity with integrating SQL in analytics/reporting tools is a plus.
• Advanced Excel: Skilled in functions such as VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and macros/VBA.
• An insatiable desire to learn, unwavering commitment to integrity, and proven ability to deliver both individually and as part of a team
• A curious mindset, excellent organizational and analytical thinking, a passion for process improvement and a strong sense of urgency
• A self-starter attitude, capable of managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines while maintaining a high-quality work product
• Excellent communication skills and a capacity for rapid learning
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, along with a sharp attention to detail
• The ability to work independently while fostering strong working relationships across various business groups
• Work authorization in the United States without the need for sponsorship

Ideal candidates will also possess:

• An interest in trading and technology, with a specific aspiration to work in a middle/back-office role
• A desire to live and work in Chicago, IL (this opportunity requires physical presence and is not offered remotely)

What to expect during the internship…

• Meaningful projects: You’ll receive a challenging project to complete during your time here, specifically aligned with the middle or back-office functions. Each project is advised by an experienced professional from your team, promoting a comprehensive learning experience and providing you with meaningful work experience.
• Community: Throughout the summer, we host a variety of educational, social and team-building activities to foster friendship and camaraderie.
• Housing: DRW provides fully furnished apartments located close to the office – making your morning commute as easy as possible.
• Mentorship: You’ll build a professional relationship with an experienced mentor in your field. Mentors and mentees meet to discuss goals, challenges and professional development and explore the city together at our mentor outings.
• Education: As part of your onboarding, you'll participate in a 5‑day market fundamentals course that will equip you with essential knowledge about the trading industry and the critical roles of middle and back-office functions. In addition, throughout the summer, you'll have the opportunity to engage in a speaker series designed to further your understanding of DRW's scope and operations. These educational experiences aim to provide you with a comprehensive view of how our trading infrastructure and support systems work, preparing you for the unique opportunities and challenges that lie in the evolving landscape of finance and trading.

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

The annual base salary for this position is $90,000.