IMC Trading · 1 month ago
Machine Learning Research Intern - Summer 2026
Chicago, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$250K/yr - $300K/yr
Start in 2026 SummerIMC Trading is a global trading firm that offers a 10-week internship for university students interested in Quant Research. Interns will collaborate with mentors on research projects, enhance their knowledge in various technical fields, and develop professional connections within the company.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Team up with Quant Researchers to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
Enhance your understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction
Develop your research skills with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
Attend a full-schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees
Qualification
Required
Current university student pursuing an advanced degree such as a PhD in an applied technical field such as Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Statistics, or Mathematics and graduating between September 2026 – July 2027
Direct experience in applying deep learning, or alternatively an academic track record of publications in a related domain
Has a passion for research and solving complex problems
A creative thinker who is driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition
Must be able to start internship in-person on June 8, 2026
Preferred
Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Paid leave
Insurance
Company
IMC Trading
IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone.
Founded in 2022Klein Amsterdam, Gelderland, NLD
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christine Hansen
Managing Director / CEO
Robbert Heederik
CTO, IMC Markets
Recent News
2022-05-31
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