Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

IMC Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor guidance

Educational trainings

Networking events

Competitive compensation

Job summary

IMC Trading offers a 10-week Software Engineer internship in Chicago with mentorship and classroom trainings. You will work on meaningful projects, learn about financial markets, and build connections across traders and technologists.

The program emphasizes problem solving, teamwork, and professional development, with a start date on June 7, 2027 and potential graduate opportunities at the end of the program.

Qualifications

• Current university student graduating between Sep 2027 and Jul 2028 pursuing CS, Engineering or related tech degree.
• Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Proficient in Java or C++.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve problems programmatically.
• Desire to collaborate with technical and non-technical teammates.
• Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge not required.
• Must be able to start the internship on June 7, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Work on meaningful and challenging projects with potential business impact.
• Participate in classroom-based training covering financial markets, IMC technology and coding fundamentals.
• Build connections with traders and technologists in a problem-solving, innovative environment.
• Engage in professional development sessions to envision your future at IMC.
• Attend a full schedule of events and social activities to meet your cohort and IMCers.

Skills

Algorithms & DS

Java / C++

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Financial market interest

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Graduation 2027-2028

Job description

Our 10‑week internship is your chance to experience life as a Software Engineer at IMC. You’ll have the support you need to succeed: educational trainings 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 graduate position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!

Your Core Responsibilities

• Work on meaningful and challenging projects that have the potential to impact our business
• Participate in classroom‑based training covering an overview of financial markets, IMC technology and coding fundamentals
• Build valuable connections with traders and technologists in an environment that 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 to get to know your cohort and IMCers

Your Skills And Experience

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028 who is pursuing a Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technology degree
• Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures is required
• Must have proficient experience in a programming language (Java or C++ preferred)
• 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 the internship on June 7, 2027

Base Salary: $200,000