Are you a forward-thinking student ready to kickstart your career in trading and engineering? IMC invites you to join Launchpad, a special three-day program designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into the exciting world of financial markets and advanced technology.
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About IMC’s Launchpad Program
- Hands-on Learning
Gain exposure to real-world applications of math, probability, and complex problem-solving. At Launchpad, you’ll develop trading strategies using IMC’s advanced trading simulation. This practical experience will help you apply what you’ve learned in your studies to real-world scenarios. - Personalized Mentorship
Get one-on-one guidance from experienced traders and engineers. They’ll share their expertise and support you through interactive sessions and workshops, helping you grow your skills and confidence. - Boost Your Technical Skills
Whether you’re interested in software or hardware, Launchpad offers workshops and projects tailored to your academic background. Gain practical experience that will set you apart in the competitive fields of financial technology. - Networking Opportunities
Connect with the IMC team during desk shadowing and networking sessions. Experience IMC’s unique culture firsthand and learn what makes them a leader in the industry. - Career Opportunities
Top performers at Launchpad may be fast-tracked to final round interviews for IMC’s prestigious 2025/26 Summer Internship Program. This could be your chance to launch your career in trading, software development, or hardware engineering with a leading global firm.
Your Background:
- Launchpad welcomes students studying Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Actuarial Science, Finance, Economics, or related fields.
- You should have a strong academic record.
- Enrolled at an Australian or New Zealand university.
About IMC
For three decades, IMC has been providing liquidity to the financial markets globally. Specializing in algorithmic trading and advanced technology, they set the pace for the evolution of market making.
Cutting-edge technology is at the heart of all they do. They put it to work in the markets that define their world. Across offices in Amsterdam, Chicago, Sydney, and Mumbai, technologists and traders team up to explore, design, and develop the software, hardware, advanced networks, and algorithms that drive their trading strategies.
IMC is as much a technology firm as a trading house. They invest significant time and resources to ensure their traders have the best tools for the job. That means continually developing and innovating to improve productivity and performance for both traders and developers. By employing the best talent and providing an environment in which knowledge and skills can thrive, they bring value to the market.
Program Details
- Dates: Wednesday 2 October – Friday 4 October 2024
- Location: IMC Sydney Office
- Application Deadline: 19 July 2024 (5pm)
- Eligibility: Open to students graduating in 2026 and beyond from Australian or New Zealand universities.*
- *IMC covers travel and accommodation expenses for participants outside Sydney.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your career with IMC. Apply now and take the first step towards a future in trading, software development, or hardware engineering.
