Technology internship
Engineering is central to Optiver’s edge in the markets. If you’re excited to learn fast, take ownership, and build systems that matter, this is a hands-on opportunity to make an impact.
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Internships
Where intellectual ambition meets real outcomes
Step directly into the engineering and quantitative challenges at the forefront of global markets. You'll fast-track your skills through technical bootcamps and live trading simulations, then work alongside our experts on projects that contribute directly to strategic business outcomes.
Which role is right for you?
Whether you’re interested in quantitative trading, quantitative research, software engineering, or FPGA engineering, our interns take on high-impact projects with real-world relevance.
Research internship
Financial markets are among the most complex and high-stakes quantitative challenges in the world. Work to develop and enhance the models that drive our trading strategies.
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Trading internship
If you’re driven by solving complex problems, thinking under pressure, and making data-driven decisions, our internship is as close as you can get to real trading experience.
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Educational programs
Early careers
Early in your studies and want to explore before committing? Our educational programs let you meet our teams and get a feel for the work before you apply.
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What we look for
We believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives. As an intern, you’ll work with team members who are driven and competitive, but always put collaboration first.
Hear from past interns
“It wasn’t just an exercise. People across different teams were invested in seeing the project take shape because it solved a real problem for the business while teaching real skills.”
“Even with all the collaboration, there’s still a lot of independence. I’ve had the freedom to test out my own ideas and explore different strategies. That balance of support and autonomy was one of the coolest parts of my experience.””
“It was really gratifying to see my contributions make a tangible impact so quickly. The feedback loops were fast, and I could see how the work fit into the bigger picture”
“Simulated trading was the highlight of my internship. I loved that we had the same setup and using the same tools as the traders on the floor, just at a smaller scale. It helps you learn what makes a good trader.”
“I worked closely with colleagues across different teams and offices, which gave me exposure to diverse perspectives and approaches. Seeing my work integrated into a system that directly supports trading gave me a strong sense of impact, even as an intern.”
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Top disciplines: Computer Science, Mathematics, and Engineering
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Former traders, researchers and engineers make up our global education team.
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