Akuna Capital · 4 months ago
Trading Sneak Peek Week: Reaching Women+ (June 2026)
Chicago
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerAkuna Capital is an innovative trading firm specializing in options market-making and committed to diversity and inclusion. They are offering a week-long seminar, Trading Sneak Peek Week, aimed at providing participants with insight into derivatives trading and opportunities to learn about risk management and decision-making in a collaborative environment.
Trading Platform
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with dedicated trader trainers to learn about risk management, game theory, and optimal decision making
Apply knowledge in real-time trading simulations and games
Shadow trading desks to learn about Akuna's approach to acting as a global liquidity provider/market maker
Qualification
Required
Graduating between December 2026 – July 2027
Pursuing a BS/MS/ PhD in engineering, economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, actuarial science or a related/equivalent field
Able to attend program in person at Akuna's Chicago headquarters (June 1 – 5)
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, collaborative, team environment
Strong math, numerical, and quantitative skills
Demonstrable interest in trading and the financial markets
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment including F-1 students using OPT or STEM
Benefits
Transportation and accommodation provided by Akuna
Competitive stipend
AkunaU lectures from the firm’s leaders
Roundtable networking sessions with women+ of Akuna
Fun events dedicated to showcasing our firm and the beauty of summertime in Chicago
Company
Akuna Capital
Akuna Capital is a proprietary trading firm specializing in derivatives market-making.
Founded in 2011
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ryan Duckworth
Chief Executive Officer - US
Matthew M.
Chief Technology Officer - US
Recent News
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