Trading Bootcamp Micro-Internship - Summer 2027
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 (two sessions available)
- 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
- Introduce students to options trading
- Work on deploying a real-world trading strategy
- Provide a first-hand look at a future job in the trading industry
- Explore student interests in the trading world
- Conduct educational sessions
- Facilitate hands-on project work
- Provide access to an industry-leading trading desk
- Offer feedback from seasoned traders on assumptions, mental models, and frameworks
- Facilitate networking opportunities with PEAK6 founders, leaders, traders, and other team members
Benefits
- Flights
- Housing
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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