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At CME Group, we understand the importance of entry-level opportunities for building careers and fostering professional growth. We offer an internship program for students, as well as various paths for those starting their post-education careers. All of our programs provide challenging work and the chance to collaborate with leading experts in financial services and technology.

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We offer over 100 annual internships across various business areas, including Clearing & Post-Trade Services, Client Development & Research, Finance & Corporate Development, Global Brand Marketing & Communications, Global Operations, Human Resources, Legal & Market Regulation, Products & Services, Technology, and Transformation & Execution.

Eligibility

Candidates must be currently enrolled in college/university and pursuing a degree. Selected candidates must successfully pass a routine background check prior to their hire.

Specific qualifications vary depending on the position. However, candidates should be results-driven, strong communicators and quick learners able to work in fast-paced environments. A background in financial services is not necessarily required.

Timing

Recruiting for all technology-based internships begins in the fall for opportunities for the following summer. Recruiting for all other internships begins in early winter/early spring for opportunities the following summer.

Generally, interns work for 12 weeks during their college or university break. Longer-term internships may last anywhere from three to 12 months.

The Technology Rotational Program is designed to create a positive and supportive learning environment for new technology hires to grow into seasoned and engaged professionals. Opportunities are available in software development, platform engineering, IT business analysis, quality assurance, cybersecurity and more.

Timing

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Eligibility

Candidates should be results-driven, strong communicators and quick learners able to work in a dynamic environment. 

Sample career pathway

Software Engineer 1

As a Software Engineer in the Technology Rotational Program, participants will rotate on average across three different teams and projects. This allows those individuals to gain new skills in a shorter amount of time, while learning new areas of the business. Participants have a common manager throughout all three rotations.

Software Engineer 2

After successful completion of the Technology Rotational Program, participants are eligible for promotion to a Software Engineer 2 (SE2) role. During the last rotation of the program, participants will have discussed their goals and aspirations for the future with their manager to co-determine the functional business area of their SE2 role.

We offer a wide range of entry-level roles designed to launch your career in the dynamic world of derivatives. Opportunities span all of our divisions and are posted throughout the year, so we encourage you to visit our careers site regularly for new openings.

Emilie H., CHICAGO

"I would describe my internship at CME Group as stellar. I got to meet and interact with so many people. Every day was a learning experience with the Client Development & Sales team and other business line managers. On top of that, I got to attend the Nasdaq bell ringing ceremony to commemorate the 25th anniversary of CME Group's E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures. I am still in awe of that day."

Bill Z., CHICAGO

"The internship program at CME Group has been super educational. I've learned so much about software development, something that I wouldn't have been able to do at school. The intern events, from the Chicago Architecture Center river boat tour to the White Sox game, have made my summer experience enjoyable while offering a way to connect with other interns."

Benjamin N., CHICAGO

"Taking part in events like the intern trading challenge, Chicago Architecture Center river boat tour and presentations from industry-leading professionals kept me interested every day. During this summer program, I learned so much about CME Group and formed connections with colleagues from across all divisions."

Nicole A., CHICAGO

"CME Group's welcoming atmosphere has introduced me to so many experienced professionals, and getting to know the business through their lens has been such an educational and enlightening opportunity. I have learned about the different product lines, digital transformation and the scaling agile method. I now have a stronger grasp on financial markets, derivatives, quantitative trading and the business world."

Linh N., CHICAGO

"My internship with CME Group has been filled with learning, networking and great memories. Interning here has been one of my best working experiences, a chance to explore my potential and just simply having fun with everyone."

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