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London Trader Summer Internship 2027 at Maven | LAYIQ

Build practical trading skills in our simulation environment, applying your learning to real market scenarios
Use the same tools as our traders - or build your own - and observe the same trades being executed in the live market
Learn directly from traders across different desks through shadowing and regular interaction, with opportunities to ask questions and understand their day-to-day approach
Take part in a dedicated Reading Week, working independently on a project and exploring an area of interest
How and what you will learn
Build your foundations in options market making - we don’t expect prior knowledge
Develop your understanding of options theory, pricing, probability and risk with Maven’s in-house trainers
Apply your knowledge through trading simulation, testing different strategies, learning from experience and building confidence as a trader
Develop your understanding of the wider market through macroeconomics and technical training
Progress through clear learning milestones, with ongoing feedback from the Trading and Emerging Talent teams
Who you are
Key criteria
Strong numeracy skills and a good understanding of probability and statistics
A genuine interest in financial markets and a curiosity to learn
A willingness to adopt and utilise emerging AI technologies
We’re looking for someone who is
An entrepreneurial thinker who takes the initiative to generate ideas that further your learning and improve existing tools or systems
A critical problem solver and decision-maker who analyses situations and makes effective decisions
An agile learner who quickly acquires knowledge, responds to feedback and adapts to new situations
Able to synthesise information and turn complex or conflicting inputs into clear, actionable insights and decisions
Collaborative and influential
, able to build trust, share what you have learned and work effectively with others
Results-focused and accountable
, comfortable taking ownership and making decisions in the face of uncertainty and with incomplete information
Why Maven?
Dedicated in-house trainers: Learn through a programme designed for the Summer Trader Internship and delivered by Maven’s traders and in-house experts, covering technical and professional skills, as well as how AI is integrated into our daily work
Accelerate your career: Learn by trying new things, making mistakes and developing quickly. We’ve had traders progress to head-of-desk roles within two and a half years of joining as graduates. If you perform well and are ready, you can progress quickly
Proven pathways: Around a quarter of our workforce joined through an Emerging Talent Programme, including more than 50 of our current traders
Supported to succeed: Receive regular feedback, structured reviews and day-to-day support, including a Maven buddy
We invest in you: From the start of the internship, you’ll be immersed in a simulated trading environment and learn directly from traders. Throughout, you’ll gain practical insight into how our desks operate and have the opportunity to demonstrate your potential for the Graduate Trader Programme
Maven is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of background or identity.

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