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FPGA Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$225K/yr

As an FPGA Intern , you will build advanced trading applications leveraging cutting-edge technology ... Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary FPGA solutions. Examples include creating: * Decoders ...

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Jump Trading

Campus Systems Engineer (Intern)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K - $250K/yr

Design, implement and optimize network infrastructure for proprietary low latency trading applications at various data centers throughout the world * Build automation to manage and improve the ...

DRW

Software Developer Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$225K/yr

As a Software Developer Intern , you will build advanced trading and risk applications leveraging ... Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software development solutions across the firm.

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Everstream Analytics

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$15 - $20/hr

... trade restrictions, etc. that can impact supply chain resiliency. * Analyze incoming data streams ... proprietary sources. * Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Currently in ...

TransMarket Group

DevOps/SRE Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$58.75 - $78/hr

Provide day to day support of the firm's proprietary software trading environment * Work directly with our Traders, Trade Developers, Platform Developers, and IT Team to automate and maintain systems ...

Centerfield

Product Manager Intern

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Powered by our proprietary Dugout platform, Centerfield acquires customers at scale for leading ... prioritization and trade-offs between different roadmap initiatives * Track product KPIs ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for proprietary trading intern in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Proprietary Trading Intern job?

A Proprietary Trading Intern supports a firm's trading activities by conducting market research, analyzing financial data, and assisting in trade execution. They gain hands-on experience with trading strategies, risk management, and algorithmic trading tools. Interns often work with traders to develop insights, backtest strategies, and monitor market movements. This role provides exposure to fast-paced financial markets and serves as a stepping stone to a full-time trading career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Proprietary Trading Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Proprietary Trading Intern, you need strong quantitative and analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial markets, and often a background in finance, mathematics, economics, or related fields. Familiarity with trading platforms, programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency in Excel or data analysis tools is advantageous. Adaptability, attention to detail, and effective communication are key soft skills that can set you apart. These combined skills are critical for analyzing market data, developing trading strategies, and succeeding in the team-oriented, fast-paced environment of proprietary trading.

What does a typical day look like for a Proprietary Trading Intern?

As a Proprietary Trading Intern, your typical day will often start by reviewing overnight market movements and preparing reports for traders. You'll assist with analyzing data, backtesting trading strategies, and monitoring open positions under the guidance of senior team members. Interns frequently attend team meetings to discuss market trends and collaborate on projects, gaining valuable exposure to real-time trading decisions. This hands-on experience helps develop practical skills and provides insight into the dynamics of proprietary trading firms.

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Portfolio Manager Associate

Portfolio Manager Associate

City National Bank

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$92K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

ABOUT US

RBC Rochdale partners with financial advisors and their high-net-worth clients to build intelligently personalized investment portfolios. RBC Rochdale provides investment research, portfolio management, macroeconomic outlook and strategic asset allocation to help clients meet their long-term goals. RBC Rochdale, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and wholly-owned subsidiary of City National Bank.


PORTFOLIO MANAGER ASSOCIATE

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
Implement proprietary strategies and asset allocation for RBC Rochdale Financial Advisors and clients. Assist Sr. Portfolio Managers (SPM) in the development of short-and long-term investment strategies and approaches to achieve investment goals for clients.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

  • Partner with portfolio managers to recommend initial strategic asset class allocation for new clients, and recommendations for trades and allocation changes for existing clients.
  • Respond to incoming calls, emails, and inquiries from clients and advisors - Portfolio characteristics, economic updates, and the firm’s investment thesis - Specific strategies and solutions: business description and reasons we own - Tie everything to client’s goals and aspirations - Create, research, and provide detailed ad-hoc analyses
  • Manage the Book: analyses/activities on the total book of business, segments of the book, and client portfolios. - Track new clients and specific actions to take across the Book and for specific clients
  • Trade execution; buy and sell securities to implement asset allocations for client portfolios, based on client’s investment mandates, cash needs, firm strategy changes and general rebalancing; assess tax liabilities and client directed account restrictions to determine whether macro investment decisions are applicable on the account level; manage complex situations.
  • Monitor client portfolios for deviations from specified strategy or to provide investment recommendations.
  • Create and/or review client portfolio review presentations and portfolio risk/return analysis presentations.
  • Manage the workflow and development of teammates: - Training of systems and procedures - Foster growth of responsibilities, and thinking, and serving clients - Delegate portfolio management tasks between the team members
  • Reinforce PM/Research guidance throughout the team environment, i.e., a bridge between PMs/Research to teammates.
  • Promote the development and growth of our colleagues; nurture and care about their aspirations and goals.
  • Collaborate with technology, strategy, operations, trading teams, etc., to improve processes across the firm.
  • Support the management of process control on the team.
  • Complete special projects as requested.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications*

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Investment Management
  • FINRA Series 65, or the ability to obtain

Additional Qualifications

  • Master's Degree MBA and/or CFA, received or underway, preferred
  • Think and act like a PM; stand in as the PM – team, client, and advisor facing; mindset of serving clients and advisors
  • Well-versed on macro-economic environment, and able to tell the Rochdale story to convey our value-proposition, and convey and reinforce our messaging
  • Interest in, desire to follow, and love for markets
  • Ability to articulate the complex in understandable and consumable terms to advisors and clients with varied investment knowledge and understanding; shift seamlessly from high-level concepts to drill down into specifics
  • Skill in demonstrating empathy, emotional intelligence, relationship management, and communications
  • Extensive knowledge of markets and industry as well as portfolio management expertise
  • Comprehensive understanding of Rochdale investment and research philosophy
  • Analytical skills, ability to translate and implement theoretical into practical, flawless execution and quality, and attention to detail
  • Operate well in a high growth environment; ability to manage high volume task orientation while contemplating future growth and team capabilities
  • Ability to work independently and use sound judgment
  • Extensive knowledge of the Firm’s proprietary trading system, as well as the portfolio accounting system
  • Assessment of skills and capabilities of others
  • Teaching skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Strong problem solving skills

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting base salary: $92,114 - $156,880 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.

Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
  • Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
  • Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
  • Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
  • Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
  • Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
  • Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.

ABOUT US
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.

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