Accounting Internship - Summer 2026

CTC is a cutting-edge proprietary trading firm with a long-term vision and a clear focus on helping the world price and manage risk. Our fun and trusting culture inspires us to solve the industry's most challenging problems and take calculated risks in a collaborative environment.

We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better.

We are currently seeking a dynamic Accounting Intern to join Chicago Trading Company (CTC)! As an Accounting Intern, you will be challenged to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment and will play a significant role in the firm's daily financial operations. You will work on daily operations that will immediately contribute to the success of the company, complete financial reporting, and communicate with other finance staff throughout the day.

Our History

CTC is a cutting-edge proprietary trading firm with a long-term vision and a clear focus on helping the world price and manage risk. Our fun and trusting culture inspires us to solve the industry's most challenging problems and take calculated risks in a collaborative environment.

We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better.

What you'll do

As an Accounting Intern, you will be immersed in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you will play a crucial role in our daily financial operations. Your contributions will be both immediate and impactful. Throughout the summer, you will focus on daily operational accounting, engage in project work, assist with reporting, and maintain regular communication with other finance staff. As part of the Summer Associate cohort, you will have the opportunity to learn and network with Quant Trading Interns and Software Engineering Interns.

• Handle daily accounts payable and expense analysis
• Assist with the posting of daily financial activity into the GL and create the associated reconciliations
• Review daily cash activity and ensure transactions are accurately recorded
• Assist with the month end close process, including the analysis of accruals, fixed assets and prepaid transactions as well as the preparation of draft financials
• Engage in documenting and streamlining recurring processes
• Process technology and data purchasing requests for end-users in Trading and Technology, requiring collaboration across finance, legal and various technology teams
• Work directly with vendors regarding pricing policies, and / or billing related questions, requests, or issues
• Contribute to financial forecasting, budget process, and business trend analysis
• Other projects as requested within the various Finance teams

What to Expect

The internship program gives you insight into our culture and an inward look into what our business is all about. You will participate in two classroom learning experiences including : a week-long Basics of Options class and a multi-week class on the fundamentals of market making (Mock Trading). You will also attend planned social activities and talks from various business leaders to propel your professional growth and build your network with our employees and fellow interns. You will :

What it takes for you to be successful

Key requirements

Why you should consider interning at CTC

Compensation

The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.

Salary Range

$85,000-$85,000 USD

Most teams at CTC, with the exception of Trading, follow a hybrid workplace model, subject to change based on business need.

Our Benefits

We strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and their families so we offer outstanding benefits to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous medical coverage, paid parental leave, free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course), wellness reimbursement, quarterly recharge days, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience.

(Disclaimer : interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC)

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us at info@chicagotrading.com. Note that emails sent to this email account for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Information submitted by job applicants may be subject to review and analysis by automated systems, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of the recruitment process. Such systems are utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring procedures. Applicants are advised that any information provided may be evaluated by AI tools to ensure an equitable and thorough assessment.