Quantitative Trader Intern - Summer 2027

IMC Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC Trading is offering a 10-week trading internship in Chicago for university students graduating between September 2027 and July 2028. Interns will engage in training sessions while working on impactful real projects alongside experienced traders and technologists. Strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset are vital.

Participants will build valuable connections and attend various professional development activities, with a highly competitive compensation package. Successful interns may secure a full-time position as a Graduate Trader at IMC.

Qualifications

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028.
• Not afraid to ask questions, take responsibility and learn from experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom-based training covering options theory and trading simulations.
• Team up with traders and technologists to work on real projects.
• Develop skills with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor.
• Engage in professional development sessions.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Desire to learn and solve complex problems

Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Team player with a proactive mindset

Interest in Financial Markets

Experience in a programming language (Python, Matlab, R)

Education

Pursuing a degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Our 10-week trading internship is your chance to experience life as a trader at IMC through engaging and challenging training and project work. Throughout the summer, you will receive comprehensive support from dedicated trainers and a mentor to guide you in 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 Trader position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!

Your Core Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom-based training covering options theory, core principles of financial markets and trading simulations
• Team up with traders and technologists to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
• Develop skills throughout the summer with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
• 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 to get to know your cohort and current employees

Your Skills & Experience

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028 that is pursuing a degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics)
• Strong analytical skills
• Desire to learn and solve complex problems
• Thrives and is able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Not afraid to ask questions, take responsibility and learn from experience
• A team player with a proactive mindset
• Interest in Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
• Experience in a programming language is a plus (e.g. Python, Matlab or R)
• Must be able to start the internship on June 7, 2027

Base Salary: $250,000