Quant Trading Internship - Summer 2027

About the role

The role involves working in an impactful role mirroring that of a full-time Quant Trading Associate (QTA).

Responsibilities

• Work hands-on with trading and exposure to our trading technology.
• Participate in three classroom learning experiences including: a week-long Basics of Options class, a multi-week class on the fundamentals of market making (Mock Trading), and a multi-week class that introduces elements of our quant framework (Quant Curriculum).
• Attend planned social activities and talks from various business leaders to propel your professional growth and build your network with CTC employees and fellow interns.
• Engage in weekly one-on-one meetings with your manager to ensure you are progressing and learning throughout the program.
• Gain mentorship from members of our trading and/or quant teams.
• Participate in various educational and social activities that emphasize teamwork and collaboration.

Requirements

• You are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. All majors and concentrations welcome.
• You will graduate between December 2027-June 2028.
• You have a demonstrated record of success (academics, awards, etc.).
• You are willing to relocate to Chicago, IL for the summer (with full-time placement in Chicago).
• You can participate in the full duration of the 8-week program from mid-June to early August 2027.

Qualifications

• Competitive drive and highly motivated individual.
• A desire to work in tandem with traders, quants, developers, and other experts.
• An intellectual curiosity and a love for challenging the status quo.
• A strong ability to communicate sophisticated ideas both written and verbally.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities.
• Basic programming skills or a willingness to learn Python.
• No prior experience in finance is necessary, but a deep curiosity and hunger to learn about finance and trading is essential.

Skills

• Basic programming skills or willingness to learn Python.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities.

Benefits

• Monthly salary of $14,500 plus a signing bonus.
• Free housing with your fellow interns in downtown Chicago.
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks!
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Quarterly recharge days.
• A variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience.

Pay

$14,500 monthly salary plus a signing bonus.

Schedule

8-week internship program from mid-June to early August 2027.