Trading Bootcamp Micro-Internship - Summer 2027

PEAK6 • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PEAK6 Capital Management is seeking ambitious students who are looking to showcase their passion for trading and financial markets. Open to all undergraduate juniors, our Trading Bootcamp is a highly engaging one-week program that will introduce you to options trading and allow you to work on deploying a real-world trading strategy. Throughout the experience, it will be a first-hand look of what a future job in the industry looks like in addition to exploring your interests in the trading world.

What you can expect from the program:
Weeklong program containing educational sessions, hands-on project work, and access to an industry-leading trading desk
Collaborative and challenging real-world learning experience
Opportunity to challenge yourself and learn outside of the classroom, expanding beyond theory and putting knowledge into practice in a tangible way
Opportunity to receive feedback from seasoned traders on assumptions, mental models, and frameworks
Networking opportunities with PEAK6 founders, leaders, traders, and other team members
Fully funded including flights and housing
Consideration for future full-time employment at PEAK6 Capital Management

Requirements

• Junior standing with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
• Availability from May 24-28, 2027 OR August 16-20, 2027
• Curiosity and passion for the markets
• Dedication to learning, personal growth, and career development
• Success in team environments
• Analytical and quantitative ability
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Deploying a real-world trading strategy
• Participate in educational sessions
• Engage in hands-on project work
• Gain access to an industry-leading trading desk
• Collaborate in a challenging real-world learning experience
• Learn outside of the classroom and put knowledge into practice
• Receive feedback from seasoned traders
• Network with PEAK6 founders, leaders, traders, and team members

Benefits

• Flights and housing fully funded
• Consideration for future full-time employment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern