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Akuna CapitalChicago, ILInternship
C++ Tech Sneak Peek Week: Reaching Women+ (June 2026)
Akuna Capital offers a week-long immersive Tech Sneak Peek program in Chicago for women+ interested in software engineering and options market-making technology. Participants gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge, low latency systems and collaborate with engineering teams.
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Program Details
- Duration: June 1-5, 2026, in-person at Chicago headquarters
- Focus on software engineering in options market-making
- Hands-on experience with high performance and low latency systems
- Collaboration with trading and software teams
- Insight into Akuna's systems architecture and technology
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Additional Perks
- AkunaU lectures from firm leaders
- Roundtable networking with women at Akuna
- Events showcasing the firm and Chicago summer
- Transportation and accommodation covered
- Competitive stipend for participants
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Candidate Requirements
- Proficient in modern C++ programming
- Graduating between December 2026 and June 2027
- Pursuing BS/MS/PhD in technical field (CS, Engineering, Math, Physics)
- Able to attend program in Chicago in June 2026
- Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
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Desired Qualities
- Ability to quickly solve and verify technical problems
- Passion for innovation and building systems from scratch
- Adaptability to changing environments
- Self-starter with ability to work independently