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Trading Bootcamp Micro-Internship - Summer 2027

PEAK6 · Chicago, IL · $25.00–$31.25 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

What makes you want to spend a week learning options trading?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interest in markets rather than just adding a line to their resume.

Tell me about a time you learned something hard in a short amount of time.

What they are checking: Whether they can absorb material fast, which a one-week program demands.

Tell me about a time you challenged yourself outside of class.

What they are checking: Whether they seek out learning on their own, which the program is designed to reward.

How do you stay calm and think clearly under time pressure?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that keep their judgment sharp when things move quickly.

What's a recent market event you followed, and what did you take from it?

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention to markets and can share a thoughtful view.

What would you do

In a week you'll deploy a real trading strategy with a team. How would you divide the work?

What they are checking: Whether they can organize a team quickly and play to each person's strengths.

Your team's strategy is losing money halfway through the week. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they review what went wrong and adjust instead of sticking with a failing plan.

Your teammate disagrees with your trade idea. How do you settle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can debate ideas with logic and evidence while keeping the team working together.

About the work

What do you know about how a call option and a put option differ?

What they are checking: Whether they have done basic preparation before a hands-on options program.

Here's a game: draw one card from a standard deck. I pay you $10 if it's a heart. What's that worth to you?

What they are checking: Whether they can reason about probability and expected value on the spot.

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The full job description

As published by PEAK6.

WHO WE ARE PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone, PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm’s special blend of financial acumen, ability to manage risk, and cutting-edge technology. Our success is driven by our team of technologists, engineers, and traders who leverage proprietary tech and a data-centric approach to maintain inventory and stay ahead of the markets, so customers can, too. ABOUT THIS ROLE PEAK6 Capital Management is seeking ambitious students who are looking to showcase their passion for trading and financial markets. Open to all undergraduate juniors, our Trading Bootcamp is a highly engaging one-week program that will introduce you to options trading and allow you to work on deploying a real-world trading strategy. Throughout the experience, it will be a first-hand look of what a future job in the industry looks like in addition to exploring your interests in the trading world. What you can expect from the program: • Weeklong program containing educational sessions, hands-on project work, and access to an industry-leading trading desk • Collaborative and challenging real-world learning experience • Opportunity to challenge yourself and learn outside of the classroom, expanding beyond theory and putting knowledge into practice in a tangible way • Opportunity to receive feedback from seasoned traders on assumptions, mental models, and frameworks • Networking opportunities with PEAK6 founders, leaders, traders, and other team members • Fully funded including flights and housing • Consideration for future full-time employment at PEAK6 Capital Management We’re looking for someone who has: • Junior standing with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028 • Availability from May 24-28, 2027 OR August 16-20, 2027 (two sessions available) • Curiosity and passion for the markets • Dedication to learning, personal growth, and career development • Success in team environments • Analytical and quantitative ability • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Legal authorization to work in the United States We are currently accepting applications for this program. We will begin interviewing for this role in January 2027. Base Salary Range $25-$31.25 an hour The hourly pay range for this position is noted above. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience. #PEAK6 #PEAK6

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