Operations Analyst – Intern (US)

About the role

This 11-week Operations internship offers hands-on experience across the trade lifecycle, including clearing, settlements, corporate actions, collateral management, and shared services. Interns analyze business needs, develop and implement data-driven improvements, collaborate with global teams, and gain exposure to Citadel’s businesses, financial markets, and post-trade technology.

Responsibilities

• Own team-specific projects from analysis through implementation, using data to deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Manage essential processes across clearing, settlements, corporate actions, collateral management, and shared services.
• Collaborate with fellow interns on a capstone project supporting a global strategic initiative.

Program Experience

• Work alongside global Operations teams and take on meaningful responsibility from the start.
• Solve real business challenges while developing a broad understanding of financial markets and the trade lifecycle.
• Gain exposure to post-trade technology and collaborate across Citadel’s businesses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, economics, finance, or another quantitative, technical, or business discipline.
• Proficiency in data analysis and foundational programming, including experience leveraging AI tools.
• Exceptional communication and project management skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into actionable outcomes.
• Detail-oriented, results-driven problem solver with strong intellectual curiosity.