Graduate Floor Trader

Full Time

Chicago, United States; Miami, United States; New York, United States; Philadelphia, United States; San Francisco, United StatesPosted 18 days ago

Role Overview

IMC Trading is hiring a Graduate Floor Trader. This is a full-time role in Chicago, United States; Miami, United States; New York, United States; Philadelphia, United States; San Francisco. Part of IMC Trading's Trading hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Trading roles is $140k-$190k (based on 173 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

We are looking for a recent graduate to join IMC as a Graduate Floor Trader. IMC is a high frequency trading firm and we have a strong trading presence in the broker market on the trading floor. As a Graduate Floor Trader, you will be assigned to one of the many EO options trading floors in the U.S., where you will actively respond to quotes in the open outcry broker market. We’re seeking someone who loves participating in markets and has superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills. As a graduate floor trader your decisions have a direct impact on IMC’s trading strategies.

Your Core Responsibilities:

Work in a team of broker and screen traders to optimize trading
Interact with brokers throughout the day, making markets and providing liquidity
Build and maintain relationships with brokers
Perform trades analysis to improve trading
Develop, maintain, and enhance trading models, algorithms, systems, and positional risk
Research new market opportunities

Your Skills and Experience:

Recent university graduate or current university student graduating between May 2025 and July 2026 with a degree in finance, economics, mathematics or related field of study
Superior numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Genuine interest in financial markets, though no prior knowledge or experience required
Ability to work successfully in a fast-moving and competitive environment
Experience with programming in Python is and advantage
A team player – at IMC we’re all in together
Eagerness to continuously learn
Open to travel within the US to support IMC across multiple exchanges
Must be available to start full-time employment in August 2026

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Base Salary: $200,000 USD

Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening.

About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Graduate Floor Trader position at IMC Trading?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to IMC Trading. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Graduate Floor Trader position at IMC Trading located?

This position is based in Chicago, United States; Miami, United States; New York, United States; Philadelphia, United States; San Francisco. IMC Trading has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Graduate Floor Trader at IMC Trading earn?

IMC Trading has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Graduate Floor Trader role at IMC Trading posted?

This role was posted on June 25, 2026 (18 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.