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Futures Trader Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

As a trading intern at SCALP Trade, you will enroll in an 8-week program where you will learn all ... SCALP's primary focus is trading equities, equity options, and futures. We aim to improve the ...

As a Trade Support Intern , you will gain hands-on experience at the intersection of trading ... Support trade capture across the full range of desk products, including futures, futures options ...

Intern, Trading Analytics 2027

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

The Trading Analytics Intern supports ConocoPhillips' Strategy, Analytics & Portfolio Optimization ... futures, spreads, and other derivative products • Assist in preparing market updates and ad hoc ...

Intern, Fund Accounting

Omaha, NE

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Updates and monitors daily trading, general ledger activity, and pricing of funds to ensure ... Stocks, bonds, options, and futures. * Microsoft Office Suite. * Adobe Acrobat. SKILLS AND ...

Facilities/Maintenance Intern

East Granby, CT

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

... power up their futures and forge a meaningful career with us. Be part of our efforts to help ... trades personnel. * Monitor/Assist with the safety and cleanliness of interior and exterior areas ...

... trade. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting real project work while ... IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through ...

Surveying Intern | Charlotte, NC

Charlotte, NC

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Over 10-12 weeks, this role offers hands-on experience while you learn the Civil Engineering trade ... IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through ...

Surveying Intern | Charlotte, NC

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Over 10-12 weeks, this role offers hands-on experience while you learn the Civil Engineering trade ... IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through ...

Transportation Engineering Intern | Austin, TX

Austin, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

... trade. You will work within project budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support ... IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through ...

Civil Engineering Intern | Aberdeen, SD

Aberdeen, SD · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

... trade. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting real project work while ... IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through ...

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How much do futures trader intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for futures trader intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a futures trader intern?

A Futures Trader Intern assists in analyzing financial markets, researching trading strategies, and executing trades in futures contracts under supervision. They gain hands-on experience with risk management, technical analysis, and market trends. Interns often work with senior traders to develop trading models, monitor price movements, and refine decision-making skills. This role provides valuable exposure to fast-paced trading environments, helping interns build a foundation for a career in proprietary trading or financial markets.

What does a futures trader intern do?

As a Futures Trader Intern, your daily responsibilities may include monitoring global markets, analyzing price movements, preparing daily trade reports, and supporting senior traders with research and data analysis. You’ll often use trading software and spreadsheets to simulate or track trades and might participate in team meetings to discuss strategy and market conditions. The work environment is usually fast-paced and collaborative, with interns encouraged to ask questions and learn from experienced team members. This immersive experience provides a strong foundation for building industry knowledge and can open doors to advanced roles in trading or financial analysis after your internship.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a futures trader intern?

To thrive as a Futures Trader Intern, you need strong analytical abilities, quantitative reasoning skills, and a foundation in finance or economics, often supported by relevant coursework or progress toward a related degree. Familiarity with trading platforms (such as Bloomberg or CME Direct), Excel, and, at times, programming languages like Python is valuable. Excellent attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work well under pressure are key soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These skills are crucial because futures trading requires rapid decision-making, accurate analysis, and strong teamwork to manage risk and capitalize on market opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Futures Trader Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 95% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 75% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Quantitative Trading Intern

Scalp Trade LLC

Chicago, IL • On-site

$7.0K/mo

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Posted 9 days ago


Job description

SCALP Trade is looking for rising 4th-year students to join our rapidly growing trading team in Chicago. We are hiring smart, competitive, and highly analytical individuals. The ideal candidate has strong accomplishments in areas outside of trading, yet will come in with an open mind and a passion for financial markets. We’re looking for someone who not only has great ideas but can execute and turn those ideas into tangible results.

As a trading intern at SCALP Trade, you will enroll in an 8-week program where you will learn all of the fundamentals of options theory in the classroom while getting experience working with trading desks. In addition, you will be assigned real-world projects to work on in tandem with full-time traders to develop new and optimize existing trading strategies. This internship is a fully immersive program. 

SCALP’s primary focus is trading equities, equity options, and futures. We aim to improve the market by offering tighter spreads and providing liquidity to all market participants. We operate on the premise of the market, meaning that we believe in creating jobs and fostering capital formation through a well-regulated capital market structure. This belief helps to drive our design, implementation, and execution of our trading decisions.

The SCALP Trade team is built on the foundation of collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We value critical thinkers who are adept at deep problem-solving and can endure a fast-paced environment. We embrace individuals with grit, self-motivation, and those with the desire to experience and tackle the most difficult obstacles.

 

Requirements:

  • Be a rising final-year student.

  • Currently pursuing a degree in mathematics, engineering, statistics, finance, computer science, or a related field.

  • Experience in strategic games/competitive activities or a high level of skill in other pursuits

  • Demonstrated interest in trading and/or equity markets

  • Strong quantitative, analytical, and logical reasoning skills

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to solve complex problems

  • Coding background. Specifically: Python, C#, C++, or SQL.

  • Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment

  • Desire to constantly grow and improve one’s knowledge and abilities


Compensation:

This internship is paid at $7,000 per month for the program.