2026 US Chess Academy
About The Position
The US Chess Academy is an exclusive competitive program designed for chess-passionate students across US and Canadian colleges and universities. In partnership with Team Liquid, IMC is bringing together the brightest student chess players in the country for a chance to compete at the highest level — and come face-to-face with World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen. This is more than a chess tournament. It's an opportunity to step inside one of the world's leading trading firms, connect with IMC's traders, researchers and technologists, and experience what it's like to think fast, compete hard, and perform under pressure — skills that define both great chess players and great traders.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate student at a US or Canadian college or university
- 18 years of age or older
- A valid Chess.com account
- Available to compete in the virtual qualifier on May 19 or 20, 2026
- Available to travel to Chicago for the finals on July 12–13, 2026
- Open to all majors and academic backgrounds — all skill levels welcome
Responsibilities
- Compete in an online Swiss-format tournament on Chess.com
- Travel to IMC's Chicago office to compete in the championship finals
- Participate in a showmatch experience with World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen
- Tour IMC's Chicago office
- Connect with IMC traders, researchers, technologists, and recruiters
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
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Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
