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Akuna CapitalChicago, ILInternship
Trading Sneak Peek Week: Reaching Women+ (June 2026)
Akuna Capital offers a week-long Trading Sneak Peek program in Chicago for women+ and underrepresented groups interested in options market-making trading. Participants learn risk management, game theory, and trading strategies through lectures, simulations, and desk shadowing.
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Program Details
- Duration: June 1-5, 2026, in-person at Chicago headquarters.
- Crash course on options trading, risk management, and decision making.
- Hands-on trading games and simulations used by entry-level traders.
- Opportunity to shadow trading desks and learn market-making strategies.
- Transportation and accommodation provided by Akuna Capital.
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Additional Perks
- AkunaU lectures from firm leaders.
- Roundtable networking sessions with women+ at Akuna.
- Fun events showcasing the firm and Chicago summer.
- Transportation and accommodation covered.
- Competitive stipend included.
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Candidate Requirements
- Graduating between December 2026 and July 2027.
- Pursuing BS/MS/PhD in engineering, economics, statistics, math, computer science, actuarial science, or related field.
- Able to attend program in Chicago June 1-5, 2026.
- Entrepreneurial self-starter for fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Strong math, numerical, and quantitative skills.
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Legal Requirements
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required on first day.
- Includes F-1 students using OPT or STEM authorization.