Leadership Rotation Network Intern

Overview

Our formula for success is to hire exceptional people, encourage their ideas and reward their results.

As a Leadership Rotation Network (LRN) Analyst Intern
, you will work directly within a dedicated middle or back-office team, such as Global Trading Operations, Treasury, Product Control, Credit Risk, Project Management, Business Management, or Finance. Over the course of a 10‑week internship, you will contribute meaningfully to your team's objectives and gain in-depth knowledge in your specific area of placement.

• Apply your acquired knowledge and skills to deliver tangible value in your assigned team.
• Lead projects and participate in daily processes, gaining insight into your team’s scope and collective role in supporting our trading business.
• Analyze situations, develop solutions aligned with our strategic goals, and respond constructively to feedback.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business and gain a “behind the scenes” look at how our trading functions work together cohesively.
• Effectively collaborate within diverse teams and build lasting relationships with cohort members and the LRN community.

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field, with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Basic proficiency in:
  • Python:
    Experience with pandas, handling CSV/JSON files, API interaction (requests), and writing scripts/classes. Knowledge of conda/virtualenv, Git Hub, and matplotlib/seaborn is a plus.
  • SQL:
    Ability to write intermediate queries (JOINs, CTEs, PIVOT) for data transformation. Familiarity with integrating SQL in analytics/reporting tools is a plus.
• Advanced Excel:
  Skilled in functions such as VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and macros/VBA.
• An insatiable desire to learn, unwavering commitment to integrity, and proven ability to deliver both individually and as part of a team.
• A curious mindset, excellent organizational and analytical thinking, a passion for process improvement and a strong sense of urgency.
• A self‑starter attitude, capable of managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines while maintaining a high‑quality work product.
• Excellent communication skills and a capacity for rapid learning.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities, along with a sharp attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently while fostering strong working relationships across various business groups.
• Work authorization in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

• Interest in trading and technology, with a specific aspiration to work in a middle/back‑office role.
• Desire to live and work in Chicago, IL (this opportunity requires physical presence and is not offered remotely).

• Meaningful projects: You’ll receive a challenging project aligned with the middle or back‑office functions, advised by an experienced professional from your team.
• Community: Throughout the summer, educational, social, and team‑building activities foster friendship and camaraderie.
• Housing: DRW provides fully furnished apartments located close to the office.
• Mentorship: Build a professional relationship with an experienced mentor; mentors and mentees meet to discuss goals, challenges, and professional development.
• Education: Onboarding includes a 5‑day market fundamentals course, and throughout the summer you'll attend a speaker series.

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over three decades of experience, leveraging sophisticated technology and exceptional people to operate in markets worldwide. Headquarters in Chicago with offices across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, DRW trades a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities, and Energy. The company also ventures into real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets.

The annual base salary for this position is $90,000.

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