Summer 2027 Equity Trader Internship

Trillium is a leading proprietary trading firm active in US Equities, US Options, Canadian Equities, and OTC Equities. With trading technology built, tested, and optimized in-house, our engineers and technologists collaborate with our traders to deliver tools and functionality designed to support their needs. Our passion for the markets and our drive to succeed have propelled our track record of growth and profitability for over 20 years. At Trillium, we are a team of problem solvers and independent thinkers dedicated to seizing market opportunities. We are headquartered in New York City, with additional trading floors in Chicago and Miami. To learn more about Trillium, visit www.trlm.com   This position is open in any of our three locations: New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Miami, FL (please only apply to your top choice).   The Role : As an Equity Trader Intern, you will spend the summer learning about the markets and Trillium’s proprietary technology. Working closely with a designated mentor, you will research and enhance our existing trade strategies. You will develop a solid understanding of the US, Canadian, and OTC equity markets, along with the US options market, while strengthening your communication, quantitative, and analytical skills. Here, you’ll practice and grow your understanding of economics, risk assessment, and decision-making by placing simulated split-second buy and sell orders using our proprietary keyboard-based trading platform. Our intention is to set our interns up for success before graduation and thoughtfully challenge each to expand their knowledge of markets while providing exposure to manual trading. Interns who prove they are a great fit for Trillium during the internship may receive offers to become full-time equity traders after graduation.   Compensation : This paid internship is six weeks (June-July, 2027) and pays $1,000/week (gross)   Responsibilities : Researching market microstructure patterns for inefficiencies Collaboration on daily trade review Following industry and overall market news Working closely with a dedicated mentor Participating in group meetings hosted by senior traders Educational seminars to learn proprietary trading tools   About You : You are an enthusiastic, motivated and proactive person who is eager to learn. The ideal candidate must have/be the following: Resourceful thought process, team-oriented mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, demonstrated through extracurricular activities and/or group projects, and record of academic achievement Analytically minded, intellectually curious, and have a strong interest in financial markets Must be competitive, adaptable, and persevering Preferred major(s) in economics, mathematics, business/business administration, finance, or adjacent fields Please note, Trillium will not sponsor applicants for work visas   Job Requirements : The position is intended for rising seniors (Spring 2028 graduation) with a cumulative 3.5+ GPA. Students entering their senior year of undergraduate or final year of a master's program are encouraged to apply.     Benefits and Perks : Catered lunch twice per week and Tuesday breakfast in-office Collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment within a mission-driven company   Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Trillium are based on merit, qualifications, and the needs of the company.  Trillium does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, ancestry, military status, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or any other legally protected basis protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability should contact careers@trlm.com .  

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