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XR Trading LLC

IT YEAR-ROUND INTERN

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30/hr

XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US ... XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities ...

XR Trading LLC

IT YEAR-ROUND INTERN

Chicago, IL

$30/hr

Description XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore ... XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities ...

XR Trading LLC

IT YEAR-ROUND INTERN

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30/hr

XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US ... XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities ...

Marmon

Facilities/Maintenance Intern

East Granby, CT · On-site

$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 ...

Autodesk, Inc.

Intern, Model Based Systems Engineering

Novi, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... Futures, and Engineering organizations. Together, the team explores the future of product design ... Understanding of quantitative trade-off methods (Multi-Attribute Utility Theory, Pareto analysis)

Autodesk

Intern, Model Based Systems Engineering

Novi, MI · Hybrid

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... Futures, and Engineering organizations. Together, the team explores the future of product design ... Understanding of quantitative trade-off methods (Multi-Attribute Utility Theory, Pareto analysis)

Autodesk

Intern, Model Based Systems Engineering

Novi, MI · Hybrid

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... Futures, and Engineering organizations. Together, the team explores the future of product design ... Understanding of quantitative trade-off methods (Multi-Attribute Utility Theory, Pareto analysis)

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How much do futures trader intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 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 job?

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 the typical day-to-day work look like for a Futures Trader Intern?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Futures Trader Intern position, and why are they important?

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 June 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Sr Quantitative Trader (options)

Quanta Search

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

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Our client helps the world price and manage risk. Their culture is highly collaborative across traders, quants, technologists and development teams who work together to solve the toughest problems markets have to offer.
THE ROLE
They are seeking an experienced Senior Quantitative Trader to join one of their highly profitable options market-making desks. Trading teams require individuals that can marry trading intuition, quantitative research and technical acumen in order to capitalize on short and medium-term opportunities in volatility market making. This role offers an outstanding opportunity in leadership, strategy development and risk management in a team trading environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are greatly rewarded.
What You’ll Do

  • Build upon your previous research and trading experience to drive the profitability of a highly electronic trading operation.
  • Drive a rapid innovation cycle that produces demonstrable wins through the feedback loops of quantitative research/analysis, trading, post-trade analysis, and iterative workflows.
  • Autonomously conduct research and experiments to improve existing strategies and deploy new strategies that monetize opportunities in a constantly evolving market environment.
  • Take a leadership role in problem or opportunity identification to drive and own strategies and PNL
  • Build data-based tools and workflows to further systematize our approach to trading and risk management.
  • Apply quantitative research and modeling to solve core problems in order to set us up for adaptability and innovation in the medium to longer term.
  • Learn from an experienced team with a diverse knowledge base across trading, quant, and technology
  • Lead, mentor, and develop other traders and quants
What We’re Looking For
  • Advanced quantitative trading knowledge and intuition with a demonstrated track record within the derivatives industry
  • Direct market experience including ownership of PNL and risk management
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills including a solid foundation of statistics knowledge
  • Proficiency in Python (bonus C++), and ability to use SQL; able to use these skills to manipulate large datasets and build lightweight tools for analysis
  • History of success working in a team first environment – we hold the success of the team above personal recognition
  • Demonstrated ability to take your own ideas or those of others and elevate them into tangible actions and results.
  • A desire to operate as part of a team of smart, highly driven peers, commensurate with our culture
  • Ability to learn from mistakes and continuously improve
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all subject areas in the firm
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionFinance and Sales

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