CME Group · 6 hours ago
Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Internship - Summer 2026
Chicago - 20 S. Wacker
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$21.10/hr - $35.14/hr
Start in 2026 SummerCME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, and they are seeking a summer intern for the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Department. The intern will assist the GRC team with day-to-day activities and special projects related to corporate compliance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
FinanceFinancial ServicesMarketplaceStock Exchanges
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist with data collection and analysis, documentation, and ad-hoc projects related to governance, compliance, and risk management topics
Analyze data in connection with regulatory requirements
Assist with point-in-time third party risk assessments, dashboards, and reporting
Support CME Group’s effort to develop innovative enhancements by suggesting ideas that improve internal processes
Assist with efficiency and automation efforts
Assist and support Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) team members with additional special projects
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong understanding of Google Workspace products, Gemini, Python, Tableau, and Google Looker
Effective problem-solving skills
Ability to understand and absorb business & risk concepts quickly
Ability to work with individuals at all levels within the organization
Passion for learning new skills, technologies, and passionate about conveying knowledge
Local to Chicago Summer 2026
Hybrid Schedule - able to come into the CME Group Chicago office (located at 20 S Wacker)
Able to work 40 hours per week (interns are required to work a minimum of 16 hours per week with a maximum of 40)
Please note that our company is unable to provide employment sponsorship for this position and can only consider candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship assistance (CPT, H1B, F1, L etc.)
Preferred
Experience in financial markets (e.g. exchange-based, OTC, FCM, brokerage house) preferred
Knowledge of derivatives, trade lifecycle, clearing, risk, or post-trade processing preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
Mental health benefit
Company
CME Group
CME Group is a diverse derivatives marketplace that manages risk and capture opportunities.
Founded in 1848
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1BKey Investors
Google
2021-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2002-12-06IPO
Leadership Team
Lynne Fitzpatrick
President and CFO
Julie Holzrichter
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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