Trader Internship (Summer 2017)

Title: Trader Intern
Location: Chicago
Start Date Options: Summer 2017

Who we are:
Optiver is a proprietary global market maker, trading on major financial markets around the world. We opened our first office in Amsterdam and now have locations in Chicago, Shanghai, and Sydney. Optiver employs over 900 highly educated professionals worldwide who are continuously improving the way we work and striving for excellence in everything we do. Being good is not good enough, and it's everyone's responsibility to make our company better. Founded in 1986, Optiver has been profitable every year of its existence.

We work in the fast-paced, high-tech financial markets. Our traders require sharp analytical and quantitative skills to complement their quick decision-making abilities. Using our proprietary and automated trading systems, our traders identify and capitalize on market opportunities and make split-second trading decisions that instantly impact our firm's profitability. Our traders back-test new ideas, update existing strategies, and create and implement new algorithms.

As a Trader Intern, you will learn derivative theory, algorithmic trading practices, and the technical skills needed to be a successful trader. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to see how the entire trading process works by trading on simulated markets that utilize real-time data and Optiver's proprietary systems.

What you'll do:
• Learn derivative theory, practical trading concepts and methods for data analytics
• Add value to the firm by completing your own research project
• Use proprietary software to trade in a simulated environment
• Test electronic execution strategies
• Innovate new trading algorithms for your project

What you'll need:
• Sophomore or Junior level standing for a Bachelor's degree
• Excellent quantitative and logical reasoning skills
• Ability to accomplish individual and group tasks
• Strong communication skills
• Passion for learning on a daily basis
• Experience with programming or scripting preferred
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening.

What you'll get:
Competitive compensation; mentorship from an experienced trader; housing provided; breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages provided daily; paid commuting expenses; weekly in-house chair massages; casual dress environment; game room with ping pong table, pool table, video games and more!