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Software Engineer - 2025 Intern (US)

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Chicago, IL
4K-5K
Internship
Chicago, IL
4K-5K
Internship
As a Software Engineer intern at Citadel, you will develop systems, create technological tools, and collaborate with teams using innovative techniques.
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Job Description
At Citadel, our engineers work in small teams to turn the best ideas into high-performing and resilient technology. With short development cycles, work rapidly goes into production. As an engineer, you can create systems architectures, develop platforms and build web frameworks. You'll have access to state-of-the-art tools and apply innovative techniques including distributed computing, natural language processing, machine learning and more.
As an intern, you'll get to challenge the impossible in technology through an 11 week program that will allow you to collaborate and connect with senior team members. In addition, you'll get the opportunity to network and socialize with peers throughout the internship.
Your Objectives:

  • Create technological tools that bring trading strategies to life
  • Develop high-performance, large data research platforms
  • Work in small teams to build the future of finance


Your Skills & Talents:

  • Bachelor's, master's or PhD in computer science, computer engineering or related fields
  • Exceptional programming and design skills
  • Strong analytical skills and familiarity with probability and statistics
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative, complex and highly technical team environment
  • Intellectual curiosity and passion for solving challenging problems using technology


Opportunities available in Chicago, Miami, New York.
In accordance with applicable law, the base salary range for this role is $4,300 to $4,800per week.
In addition, the employee who fills this role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive compensation program,
as well as a wide array of benefit programs, such as medical and life insurance, retirement and tax-free savings plans,
and access to other healthcare programs.
About Citadel
Citadel is one of the world's leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world's preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.

Top Skills

Distributed Computing
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing

Citadel Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

131 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603

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