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Programme
Insight Program
Location
Amsterdam
Duration
Five days, held either 1–5 March or 8–12 March 2027.
Deadline
2026-12-06
About the role
A five-day trading program at Optiver’s Amsterdam headquarters for eligible European university students. Participants develop options theory, market judgement and decision-making through simulations, trading games and mentorship. Strong performers may receive a full-time Graduate Trader offer after completing the program.
Program
- Choose between 1–5 March or 8–12 March 2027 at Optiver’s Amsterdam headquarters.
- Learn through theory, realistic simulations, interactive lectures, trading games and expert mentorship.
- Demonstrate your potential for a possible full-time Graduate Trader offer after completing the program.
- Fully expensed travel and hotel accommodation in Amsterdam are provided.
What You’ll Do
- Develop an understanding of options theory and its application to trading.
- Build market judgement using information, probability and risk-reward trade-offs in changing conditions.
- Practise fast decision-making under pressure through trading games simulating real-world scenarios.
- Gain insight into live trading-floor pace, teamwork and market activity where conditions allow.
- Network with traders, researchers and recruiters while receiving guidance from the Trading Education Team.
Eligibility and Profile
- Be a BSc or MSc student graduating from a European university between May 2025 and May 2028.
- Be currently situated in the Netherlands, United Kingdom or Europe.
- Econometrics and STEM degree backgrounds are considered; previous finance or trading experience is unnecessary.
- Have required visa or travel authorisation to attend the program in person.
- Demonstrate numerical, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, plus attention to detail.
- Show a competitive attitude, eagerness to improve and fluent English communication skills.
Selection Process
- Submit an application before the deadline and complete the online assessment by 6 December 2026.
- Candidates progressing after assessment will be invited to technical interviews scheduled between December and January.