About Optiver
Empowering markets through technology and expertise
Key Highlights
- Founded in 1986, with over 1,000 employees
- Headquartered in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Specializes in options, ETFs, and futures trading
- Global presence with offices in Chicago, Sydney, and Shanghai
Optiver is a leading proprietary trading firm and market maker based in Amsterdam, specializing in exchange-listed financial instruments such as options, ETFs, and futures. Founded in 1986, Optiver operates globally with over 1,000 employees and is known for its advanced trading technology and quant...
🎁 Benefits
Optiver offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and equity options. Employees enjoy a generous PTO policy, flexible working arrangemen...
🌟 Culture
Optiver fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and a strong focus on technology. The firm values t...
Overview
Optiver is launching the FutureFocus program in Sydney, aimed at pre-penultimate university students interested in technology careers. Participants will gain insights into trading systems and have the chance to secure a summer internship. No specific technical skills are required.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a pre-penultimate university student, graduating in 2028 or 2029, eager to explore a career in technology, trading, or research. You are ready to immerse yourself in a five-day program that will ignite your potential and provide you with unique insights into the world of trading and technology. You are open to learning and excited about the opportunity to connect with industry professionals and recent graduates who can share their experiences with you.
What you'll do
During the FutureFocus program at Optiver, you will be guided by former traders and engineers through the intricacies of market making. You will engage in a mix of hands-on and classroom learning, empowering you to thrive in the world of trading and technology. You will have the opportunity to kickstart your journey as a developer, exploring various tech career pathways. You will discover cutting-edge techniques that keep Optiver at the forefront of the global financial markets and witness their world-class trading systems in action. Additionally, you will learn the core fundamentals of trading and build trading strategies for deployment in a virtual market. Throughout the program, you will receive mentorship and support from in-house trainers, ensuring you have the resources needed to succeed.
What we offer
Optiver is committed to providing a supportive environment for all participants in the FutureFocus program. If you excel in the program, you could receive a direct offer for our 2027/28 Summer Internship Program. The program will take place in Sydney, and if you reside outside of the city, Optiver will cover your travel and accommodation costs. This is a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in one of the world's leading tech-driven trading firms, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement.
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