Enterprise Strategy & Corporate Development Intern

Cboe Global Markets • Chicago, IL

2d • $22 - $42

About The Position

Cboe Global Markets is hiring an intern to join its Enterprise Strategy & Corporate Development team. The internship offers hands-on experience with industry and competitor research and financial analysis related to the strategic components of a global exchange. The intern will collaborate with industry experts and senior management in a dynamic environment and contribute insights to the team.

Cboe’s internship program emphasizes developing, educating, and networking. Interns work with staff across departments, learn about exchange technology and operations through Options Institute courses, and gain real-world experience supporting academic, professional, and personal growth. The program runs from June to August and concludes with a final presentation and retreat. Applicants must be enrolled in a university or college program and not scheduled to graduate before December of the internship year. The position requires commuting to a Cboe office in Chicago, New York, or Lenexa.

Requirements

• Be an undergraduate or graduate student with an outstanding academic record, pursuing a degree in Finance, Business, Strategy, Economics, or a related field.
• Be enrolled in a university or college program and not scheduled to graduate before December of the internship year.
• Have strong analytical, quantitative, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Be able to synthesize complex information into clear insights.
• Demonstrate efficiency, accuracy, responsibility, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be comfortable in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Be able to commute to the Chicago, New York, or Lenexa office location.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the financial industry, investment banking, consulting, private equity, or corporate strategy.
• Interest in capital markets, exchanges, or financial technology, and familiarity with derivatives and market structure.
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Financial modeling skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Research industry and product trends, competitive positioning, and market structure developments across business lines and geographies.
• Build analytical frameworks and conduct financial analysis on business initiatives, including business case development.
• Collaborate with teams across finance, product, data, and technology to assess new initiatives and align strategy with execution.
• Assist in evaluating potential acquisitions, partnerships, and investments, including financial modeling, market sizing, and valuation analysis.
• Draft slides and memos for executive management that distill complex analysis into actionable insights for leadership discussion.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) match of 2:1, up to an 8% match immediately upon hire.
• Daily complimentary in-office lunch from local restaurants.
• Free coffee and snacks.
• Monthly in-office networking events and happy hours.
• Associate Resource Groups and affinity groups for support and community building.
• Paid sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern