Graduate Quant Trader

3 months ago

Chicago, United States IMC Full time

IMC is looking for talented and passionate Quant Traders to play a critical role in trading a wide range of financial instruments in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As a Quant Trader, you will be part of highly motivated team facing the daily challenge of managing the execution and risk of complex trading portfolios. In this role you will work closely with IMCâs researchers, developers and engineers in an environment that values problem solving, innovation, and teamwork. You will have the support of a mentor and the freedom to find your niche and excel. We have start dates in February and August 2025.

Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Engage in immersive, practical training to quickly acquire the skills needed to be successful on a trading desk
  • Develop, maintain, and improve trading strategies and algorithms
  • Solve complex problems to make a positive impact on the business
  • Find a competitive edge to drive results in the market while collaborating effectively with fellow IMC Traders

Your Skills and Experience:

  • Current student at a university in the United States or Canada graduating between September 2024 and July 2025 that is pursuing a degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Economics)
  • Strong analytical thinking skills
  • A desire to learn and solve complex problems
  • Thrives and is able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
  • A team player with a proactive, self-driven attitude
  • Experience in a programming language is a plus (e.g. Python, Matlab or R)
  • Interest in Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required

You may submit one application per role each year. We strongly encourage you to focus on applying to a single role that best matches your skills and interests. Though you may apply to multiple roles, please note that each application will be evaluated based on the specific criteria established for that particular role.

If you have already applied for this position during the current recruitment season and were not selected, you may reapply when the next recruitment season begins in 2025.

About Us

IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, weâve been a stabilizing force in the financial markets â providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

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