CHI - 2026 - Research Analyst Intern
About The Position
Our 10-week internship is your chance to experience life as a Research Analyst at IMC through engaging and challenging training and project work. Throughout the summer, you will receive comprehensive support from a dedicated mentor to guide you in your work and professional development. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full-time Research Analyst position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you! IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.
Requirements
- Current student at a university in the United States or Canada graduating between September 2026 and July 2027 that is pursuing an Economics, Business, Finance or a related degree.
- Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems
- Thrives and is able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Not afraid to ask questions, take responsibility and learn from experience
- A team player with a proactive mindset
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong interest in Financial Markets
- Must be able to start the internship on June 8, 2026
Nice To Haves
- Experience programming in python preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Participate in training covering options theory and core principles of financial markets
- Develop skills throughout the summer with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor
- Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
- Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
- Attend a full schedule of events and social activities to build valuable connections with your intern cohort and current employees
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
