Graduate Trader

IMC Graduate Trader

ABOUT US

IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we’ve been a stabilizing force in the financial markets – providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

IMC is a leading global market maker using algorithmic trading and advanced technology to buy and sell securities across multiple trading venues worldwide. From our offices in Amsterdam, Chicago, Sydney and Mumbai we provide liquidity to the financial markets, driving efficiencies for buyers and sellers.

YOUR JOURNEY AT IMC

Your IMC journey begins with a global traineeship, where you’ll join graduates from all IMC offices to learn the fundamentals of trading, financial markets, and our world-class technology. Led by experienced traders, technologists, and quantitative researchers, this programme gives you hands-on exposure to how IMC combines data, algorithms, and creativity to trade successfully in global markets.

After the traineeship, you’ll continue your learning in your local office, supported by a dedicated mentor. From day one, you’ll take ownership of ideas, strategies, and results - shaping your own path in an environment where curiosity and innovation drive success.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Trade a wide range of financial instruments
• Develop, maintain and improve trading strategies and algorithms
• Collaborate with traders to evaluate existing models and suggest improvements
• Build customised analysis tools to explore new research ideas
• Design mathematical models based on innovative trading ideas
• Apply rigorous quantitative techniques to solve complex problems
• Manage the execution and risk of complex trading portfolios

REASONS WHY THIS IS YOUR FUTURE JOB

• You love solving complex, analytical problems under time pressure.
• You want to see the direct impact of your ideas and decisions on performance.
• You thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments where innovation is valued.
• You’re excited to apply quantitative and programming skills to real-world markets.
• You value autonomy, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

WHAT DO WE LOOK FOR?

• Superior analytical and quantitative skills
• Genuine interest in financial markets – no prior experience required
• Experience in a programming language (e.g. Python, Matlab, R or C++) is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• A team player – at IMC we’re all in it together

WHAT MAKES IT FUN?

You will have ample opportunities to learn and develop yourself both on the job and trough training. We recently set up our Mumbai office less than a year ago, so it is buzzing with start-up culture. You will work in a cool office with fun colleagues and an informal atmosphere.

IMC encourages all associates to bring their ideas to the table and not be intimidated to question an approach or idea if there’s a better way to solve a problem. We employ a broad range of people with varying backgrounds. What they have in common is their superior technical expertise, extraordinary intellect and collaborative approach.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At IMC, no two days are the same. Our workforce is just as varied. We give people lots of responsibility and the support they need to make an impact from day one. Our flat structure and open collaborative culture stimulate the sharing of ideas, knowledge and technology between our different teams.