Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Intern
OCC
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Intern
OCC
Clearinghouse offering risk management for derivatives
To be considered for this position, applications and resumes are accepted only through our careers site by directly applying to the posted job. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or sales solicitations from staffing agencies. Any OCC employee wishing to submit a referral must do so through their Workday account. Any resume submitted outside of an active job posting will not be considered for employment.
Location: Chicago
Internship type: Seasonal intern (12 weeks, summer 2027)
Hybrid Work Program
OCC operates under a Hybrid Work Program which, absent an approved exception, requires employees to work from an OCC office at least 3 days per week . To maximize in–person collaboration, Tuesday and Wednesday are considered anchor days, and all employees are expected to work in the office both days. Employees meeting performance expectations are generally permitted to select 2 other days per week to work remotely if desired. When working remotely, employees are generally expected to work from the state in which they reside, absent an exception approved by Human Resources. Additionally, OCC generally does not permit employees to work while traveling internationally.
About OCC:
A World Class Clearing Organization
The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 21 exchanges and trading platforms.
OCC also provides free and engaging educational resources about the benefits and risks of options through its Options Industry Council (OIC).
OCC is building a culture that empowers continued learning, authentic innovation, and constant creativity.
About the Intern Program:
OCC is looking for interns who are eager to learn, humble enough to ask questions, and ready to think critically about complex problems. The OCC Internship Program equips students with the real-world skills needed to transition successfully into a career in financial services. As an intern, you will contribute to meaningful projects, applying your skills and knowledge to real challenges facing the business. Your time with us is a real opportunity to make a genuine impact on the future of OCC!
OCC's Summer Internship Program is a 12-week opportunity running either May through August or June through September, and is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are actively enrolled at a college or university. Interns work up to 40 hours per week in a hybrid work environment, and overtime is not permitted.
About the Team & Role:
The DEI Team works to build and sustain a workplace where all colleagues want to and can contribute their best. The intern will support the team's community impact, communications, and employee network group (ENG) work, while taking ownership of process improvement project tied to the team's 2027 goal of reducing manual work, incorporate AI solutions and increasing the impact of existing programs.
Job Summary and Responsibilities:
Process Improvement Project (primary, new for 2026): Document current DEI team workflows (e.g., ENG requests, intake processes, reporting cycles) and identify opportunities to reduce manual effort.
ENG Support: Provide administrative and engagement support to one or more Employee Networking Groups.
Communications Support: Assist with content development for inclusive storytelling campaigns, including but not limited to internal newsletters, websites and other media.
Community Impact Support: Support nonprofit partnership or community impact initiatives as capacity allows.
Candidate Qualifications:
Desired major(s)
Communications, Marketing, Organizational Development/Change, Business, or Liberal Arts. Open to Political Science, Sociology, or related social science majors given the process and stakeholder-analysis component of this year's scope.
Technical Skills/Experience Desired
None required. Comfort with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) is helpful, particularly for documenting workflows and building simple trackers.
Additional Qualifications:
Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfort navigating ambiguity and asking clarifying questions; interest in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; curiosity about how corporate processes work, since the process-mapping project asks the intern to observe, question, and document how the DEI function actually operates.
About Us
The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.
Compensation
Salary Range
$25.00 - $25.00Incentive Range
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.
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OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
OCC clears and settles trades in the derivatives market, acting as a central counterparty that guarantees completion of transactions and manages risk. It serves clients including clearing members and exchanges, handling standard options, stock loans, and futures by processing trades, margining, and settlement through its systems. The OCC earns fees based on trade volume and risk management activities, and it emphasizes secure technology like its MyOCC portal to protect authorized users. What sets OCC apart is its focus on being a dedicated, regulated clearinghouse with robust risk controls and technology infrastructure to support the safety and efficiency of derivatives markets. Its goal is to maintain the stability and integrity of financial markets by reducing counterparty risk and ensuring smooth clearing and settlement of trades.
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