About the role#
As a Quant Trading Intern, you will take on an impactful role that mirrors that of a full-time Quant Trading Associate. You will join a team for the summer to complete project work and identify trading opportunities while collaborating with software engineers, quants, traders, and risk managers. This 8-week program provides an inward look at the firm and includes structured classroom learning, such as a Basics of Options class and a Quant Curriculum. You will receive mentorship from trading and quant team members and have weekly one-on-one meetings with your manager to support your professional growth.
What you'll do#
- Perform work mirroring a full-time Quant Trading Associate.
- Gain hands-on experience with trading and exposure to trading technology.
- Participate in classroom learning experiences including a Basics of Options class and a Quant Curriculum.
- Receive regular mentorship from trading and quant team members.
- Attend weekly one-on-one meetings with your manager.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
- A demonstrated record of success in academics or other achievements.
- Basic programming skills or a willingness to learn Python.
- Ability to participate in the full 8-week program from mid-June to early August 2027.
- Strong quantitative and analytical abilities.
- Effective communication skills for sharing sophisticated ideas.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Monthly salary of $14,500 plus a signing bonus.
- Benefits: Free housing in downtown Chicago, plus free breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
About Chicago Trading Company
Chicago Trading Company is a derivatives trading firm founded in 1995. It operates from offices in Chicago, New York, and London with a staff of 501 to 1,000 employees. The firm provides liquidity and pricing across asset classes like equities, interest rates, and commodities. Trading occurs six days a week for over 20 hours each day.
How to get in at Chicago Trading Company
Securing an internship at Chicago Trading Company requires careful timing. Because the firm receives many applications, Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first. Early applicants get seen before the pile grows. You should also focus on building a direct connection with the team. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral, which materially improves response rates.
