Operations Analyst Intern US

Citadel; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Citadel offers an 11-week Operations internship where you’ll take on meaningful responsibility from day one and work with global teams to solve real business challenges, gaining hands-on insight into Citadel’s businesses, the trade lifecycle, and financial markets.

As an intern, you will own team-specific projects, contribute to essential day-to-day processes across clearing, settlements, corporate actions, collateral management, and shared services, and collaborate on a capstone project that

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's/Master's in quantitative/technical/business.
• Data analysis proficiency with foundational programming and AI tools.
• Strong communication and project management, cross-team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, results-driven, curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end team projects using data to deliver measurable results.
• Handle day-to-day processes across clearing, settlements, corporate actions, collateral, and shared services.
• Collaborate on capstone project to advance a global strategic initiative.

Skills

Data analysis

Programming basics

AI tools familiarity

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in quantitative/technical/business

Tools

Python

AI tooling (general)

Job description

Job Description

At Citadel, Operations is central to how the firm operates and grows. We solve complex challenges, build scalable solutions, and partner with our businesses to launch new products, enter new markets, and establish new businesses. Across the trade lifecycle, we combine technology, data, and operational expertise to strengthen controls, manage risk, and improve how the firm operates.

As an intern, you will take on meaningful responsibility from day one. Through our 11-week program, you will work alongside global teams, gain hands‑on experience solving real business challenges, and build a broad understanding of Citadel's businesses, the trade lifecycle, and financial markets.

Your Objectives:

• Own team-specific projects from end-to-end, using data to analyze business needs, develop strategic solutions, and implement improvements that deliver measurable results.
• Take responsibility for essential day-to-day processes across clearing, settlements, corporate actions, collateral management, and core shared services.
• Collaborate with the broader intern class on a capstone project that brings together perspectives from across Operations to advance a global strategic initiative.

Your Skills & Talents:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative, technical, or business discipline, such as engineering, mathematics, economics, finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in data analysis and foundational programming with experience leveraging AI tools.
• Exceptional communication and project management skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and translate complex ideas into clear, actionable outcomes.
• A detail-oriented and results-driven approach to solving problems and a strong sense of intellectual curiosity.

Why Join Us:

• Work on high-impact projects, solve complex problems, and drive meaningful changes across our organization.
• Gain unique exposure to financial markets and best-in-class post-trade technology.
• Experience a flat, meritocratic culture where individuals are empowered to challenge the status quo and impact is recognized.

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In accordance with applicable law, the base salary range for this role is $2,200 to $2,300 per week.

About Citadel

Citadel is one of the world's leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world's preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.