Internship
2026 Launchpad Quant Trading Program
Posted on 2/23/2026
IMC Trading
1,001-5,000 employees
Proprietary trading using quantitative strategies
No salary listed
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
In-person attendance in Chicago May 13–15, 2026; travel and accommodations provided for non-locals.
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- Availability to attend the program in Chicago on May 13 - 15, 2026
- An academic background in analytical/quantitative or related field of study such as Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, etc.
- To be in your penultimate year of undergraduate study during Summer 2027, meaning you will graduate between Fall 2027 - Spring 2028
- Strong analytical skills and desire to solve complex problems
- Experience in programming language is an advantage (e.g. Python, Matlab, or R)
- Interest in financial markets, but no prior knowledge or experience is required
- Eligibility to work within the United States
- Learn the Basics: Get hands-on exposure to the fundamentals of research, trading and engineering through educational and interactive sessions led by IMC traders and software engineers
- Hands-On Experience: Dive into IMC’s in-house trading simulation to sharpen your technical skills, explore real-world trading applications, and practice problem-solving and strategic thinking in a dynamic market environment
- Expand Your Network: Grow your confidence in teamwork and collaboration while connecting with fellow participants and full-time IMC quantitative researchers, traders and software engineers through networking opportunities
- Elevate your Career: Program participants may be eligible for an accelerated interview process for the Summer 2027 Quant Trading Internship
IMC Trading is a global proprietary trading firm that uses technology and quantitative strategies to trade financial instruments such as stocks, options, and futures with its own capital. It operates in major markets (Amsterdam, Chicago, Sydney) and serves a diverse client base including institutional investors and individual traders. The company identifies market inefficiencies through advanced algorithms and data analytics, with teams of mathematicians, technologists, and traders who continuously improve strategies and build in-house solutions. Unlike firms that manage external funds, IMC trades for its own balance sheet, aiming to earn profits by executing high-frequency and systematic trades across global markets. Its approach centers on a culture of curiosity, continuous improvement, and collaboration, aiming to optimize markets while fostering an inclusive environment where employees can contribute meaningfully.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded
1989
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- IMC expanded to 2,070 employees across 10 offices including Mumbai.
- IMC invests in AI, machine learning for alpha generation strategies.
- IMC pioneers FPGA infrastructure for crypto, FX, futures trading.
What critics are saying
- SpectrAxe CLOB bypasses IMC's FX options market making within 12 months.
- Susquehanna erodes IMC's options volume on CBOE in 6 months.
- EU MiFID III forces disclosure of IMC's HFT algos from Amsterdam in 3 months.
What makes IMC Trading unique
- IMC ranks top-three in global listed options liquidity provision.
- IMC leads market making for over 150 US ETFs on NYSE Arca.
- IMC acquired Altas Technologies in 2023 to boost HFT capabilities.
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Benefits
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Parental leave
20 paid days annual leave
PTO
Paid sick leave
Fitness reimbursement
Fully-stocked kitchen in office
401k up to 4% match
IMC employee events
Donation match
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