Trading Internship

Job Description

Quantitative Trader Intern – Summer 2027 | IMC Trading

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at IMC Trading, a global trading firm. Since 1989, IMC has been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity supported by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. The company unites talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals across offices globally, fostering a uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture. This 10-week program offers a unique chance to experience life as a trader, engage in challenging training and project work, and contribute to real business impacts through ongoing development and collaboration. Interns benefit from comprehensive support, mentorship, and a highly competitive compensation package, with the opportunity to secure a full-time Graduate Trader position upon successful completion.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person
• Pay: $250000 yearly
• Mission: To gain practical experience as a trader, contribute to impactful projects, and potentially secure a full-time Graduate Trader role.
• Tech Stack: Python, Matlab, R

What You’ll Actually Do
• Training: Participate in classroom-based training covering options theory, core principles of financial markets, and trading simulations.
• Projects: Collaborate with traders and technologists on real projects that have potential to impact IMC’s business.
• Development: Develop skills throughout the summer with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead.
• Networking: Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation, and teamwork.
• Future Planning: Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current university student pursuing a degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Economics), graduating between September 2027 and July 2028.
• Experience: Interest in financial markets (no prior knowledge required) and ability to start the internship on June 7, 2027.
• Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, a genuine desire to learn and solve complex problems, the ability to thrive and make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment, and a proactive team player mindset who is not afraid to ask questions, take responsibility, and learn from experience.
• Bonus: Experience in a programming language such as Python, Matlab, or R.