Leadership Rotation Network Intern

DRW • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our formula for success is to hire exceptional people, encourage their ideas and reward their results. As a Leadership Rotation Network (LRN) Analyst Intern , you will work directly within a dedicated middle or back-office team, such as Global Trading Operations, Treasury, Product Control, Credit Risk, Project Management, Business Management, or Finance. Over the course of your 10-week internship, you will contribute meaningfully to your team's objectives and gain in-depth knowledge in your specific area of placement.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field, with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
• Basic proficiency in Python: Experience with pandas, handling CSV/JSON files, API interaction (requests), and writing scripts/classes.
• SQL: Ability to write intermediate queries (JOINs, CTEs, PIVOT) for data transformation.
• Advanced Excel: Skilled in functions such as VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and macros/VBA.
• An insatiable desire to learn, unwavering commitment to integrity, and proven ability to deliver both individually and as part of a team
• A curious mindset, excellent organizational and analytical thinking, a passion for process improvement and a strong sense of urgency
• A self-starter attitude, capable of managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines while maintaining a high-quality work product
• Excellent communication skills and a capacity for rapid learning
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, along with a sharp attention to detail
• The ability to work independently while fostering strong working relationships across various business groups
• Work authorization in the United States without the need for sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of conda/virtualenv, GitHub, and matplotlib/seaborn is a plus.
• Familiarity with integrating SQL in analytics/reporting tools is a plus.
• An interest in trading and technology, with a specific aspiration to work in a middle/back-office role
• A desire to live and work in Chicago, IL (this opportunity requires physical presence and is not offered remotely)

Responsibilities

• Apply your acquired knowledge and skills to deliver tangible value in your assigned team
• Lead projects and participate in daily processes, gaining insight into your team’s scope and their collective role in supporting our trading business
• Analyze situations, develop solutions aligned with our strategic goals and respond constructively to feedback
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business and gain a “behind the scenes” look at how our trading functions work together cohesively
• Effectively collaborate within diverse teams and build lasting relationships with cohort members and the LRN community

Benefits

• Fully furnished apartments located close to the office
• 5-day market fundamentals course
• Speaker series designed to further your understanding of DRW's scope and operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern