About the role#
This 9-week internship provides a practical introduction to options market making. You will work in a structured program designed to build foundational trading skills through theory, simulation, and desk exposure. The role is based in our Chicago office and offers a pathway for consideration into our Graduate Trader Program.
What you'll do#
- Learn the core foundations of options market making, including pricing, risk, and probability.
- Apply your learning through trading simulations, mock trading, and classroom-based training.
- Gain exposure to the tools, systems, and desk environments used by our Traders.
- Participate in desk shadowing, project work, and sessions on macroeconomics and technical training.
- Receive ongoing feedback and check-ins from the Trading and Emerging Talent teams.
What you'll need#
- Penultimate year undergraduate or master’s student status.
- Strong numeracy skills and a solid understanding of probability and statistics.
- A genuine interest in financial markets.
- A willingness to adopt and utilize emerging AI technologies.
- Academic background in Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or Statistics.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is available for selected roles.
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
About Maven Securities
Maven Securities is a privately held financial services firm based in London. Founded in 2011, the company operates as both a technology firm and a multi-strategy trading house. It focuses on fundamental and quantitative trading alongside market making strategies across global markets. The firm employs between 201 and 500 people and trades using its own capital.
How to get in at Maven Securities
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