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DRWChicago, IL

Strategy Intern

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Programme

Internship

Location

Chicago, IL

About the role

Join DRW as a Strategy Intern to identify and develop new business opportunities, collaborate with trading teams, and deliver data-driven recommendations to senior leaders. Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic trading firm environment.

Role Responsibilities

  • Identify and define strategic priorities with DRW leadership.
  • Build relationships across trading groups to find new opportunities.
  • Assist in implementing new initiatives with project managers.
  • Deliver data-based business planning recommendations to senior leaders.
  • Analyze market data to investigate new business opportunities.
  • Provide insights on cost models, scenarios, and resource needs.

Candidate Requirements

  • Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Finance, Economics, or related fields.
  • Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
  • Proven ability to collaborate on cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with AI-assisted tools to automate tasks and analyses.
  • Strong data analysis skills to quantify business opportunities.
  • Understanding of derivative markets and excellent communication skills.

Internship Experience

  • Work on a challenging project advised by the strategy team.
  • Participate in educational, social, and team-building activities.
  • Access fully furnished apartments near the office.
  • Build a professional relationship with an experienced mentor.
  • Complete an options course from a developer’s perspective.
  • Learn about technology’s impact on the trading industry’s future.