About the role#
Gelber Group offers a 10-week summer internship for students and recent graduates interested in discretionary trading. This program focuses on the development and execution of a rates-first macro trading process. We aim to evaluate interns for potential full-time employment by teaching the skills necessary to succeed on a trading desk.
What you'll do#
- Sit on a trading desk with full-time traders for hands-on learning.
- Complete a classroom program covering liquid capital markets, macroeconomic fundamentals, technical analysis, and risk management.
- Develop an understanding of how macro traders engage with the market.
- Pitch trade ideas weekly and receive feedback on your quality and execution.
- Participate in a multi-week simulated trading experience.
- Write daily and weekly reflections to build your own trading process.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a rising junior or senior in an undergraduate program, or recent graduate.
- Strong mathematical aptitude and superior analytical skills.
- Curiosity, self-motivation, and excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a competitive environment.
- Demonstrated interest in economics, finance, mathematics, or related fields.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027 (June through early August).
- Status: Full-time, paid position.
- Note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Gelber Group LLC
Gelber Group LLC is a proprietary trading firm based in Chicago. Founded in 1982, the company operates as a privately held entity with offices in Chicago, White Plains, and Amsterdam. The firm trades across international and domestic exchanges, focusing on asset classes like equities, commodities, fixed income, and foreign exchange. It employs between 201 and 500 people.
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