FanDuel · 6 hours ago
Sports Trader Intern - Summer 2026
Jersey City, NJ
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerFanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States, and they are seeking a Sports Trader Intern for Summer 2026. The role involves learning to formulate and manage odds for sports betting, primarily focusing on MLB and WNBA, while collaborating with teams to ensure competitive offerings.
Fantasy SportsGamingSports
No H1B
Responsibilities
You will learn how to use our sports models to fluctuate our odds throughout the game depending on what is happening in that game at the time. This will be a large part of your training, essentially learning how to trade a live game of MLB
Collaborate with various teams around the business to manage things like our liabilities, our onsite display and ensuring we remain compliant across our different jurisdictions
Compare competitor offerings to ensure we have the best offering in the market for our customers
Opportunity to contribute to other projects that may arise during your time
Qualification
Required
Must be planning for program or degree completion between December 2026 – June 2027
Must have U.S. Work Authorization and does not require employer sponsorship
Must be within commutable distance of or willing to relocate to Jersey City office
Must be willing to be in office 5 times per week
Passion for sports – you will likely need to be able to watch MLB or WNBA every day throughout the internship
Able to work outside normal business hours during weekdays, also able to work weekends as needed (you would only work 5 days per week maximum)
Able to acquire 'Division of Gaming Enforcement' license in New Jersey – meaning you must be 18 years of age
You are at least an intermediate user of Microsoft Excel
Ability to do basic mental math problems under pressure
In-depth knowledge of at least 1 US sport within the NBA, NFL, NHL, NCAAF, or NCAAB
Strong written, verbal communication and research skills
Preferred
Experience working well in a team-oriented environment
Prior related work or project experience is beneficial
A passion and interest for developing skills related to this line of work
Benefits
Health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck) that include programs for fertility and family planning
Mental health support
Fitness benefits
Generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave)
Annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance)
401k with up to a 5% match
Commuter benefits
Pet insurance
Company
FanDuel
FanDuel is a gaming company that offers sportsbook, daily fantasy sports, horse racing, and online casino games.
Founded in 2007
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$416.2MKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsShamrock Capital AdvisorsComcast Ventures
2020-12-03Acquired
2017-09-12Series E
2016-09-14Convertible Note· $55M
Leadership Team
Josh Ives
SVP Customer Experience Operations
Caralyn Cooley
Chief People Officer
Recent News
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