Trader Assistant (Working Student)

imc· Trading Operations (Group)
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📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands

About this role

As a trader assistant, you’ll get a first-hand experience of what it’s like to work at IMC during your studies while adding value as an integral part of IMC’s trading team. It’s your chance to show us what you’re capable of, both analytically and as a teammate. You’ll be responsible for your own projects, with support from our skilled traders and engineers where needed. This is a unique opportunity to develop yourself professionally and to build that ‘can do’ mindset.

 

YOUR CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support our trading teams by analysing data and building tools to make the trader’s life easier
  • Collaborate closely with IMC’s traders and engineers
  • Learn about the trading industry, what it is like to be trader and have the freedom to find your niche
  • Receive guidance from a dedicated mentor and the opportunity to build valuable connections with other full-time employees

 

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

  • In your penultimate year of study in mathematics, physics, econometrics, or a related quantitative field at a university in the Netherlands graduating in 2026 or 2027
  • Experience in Python is required
  • Outstanding analytical skills
  • A genuine interest in financial markets (no prior knowledge or experience is required)
  • Available to work part-time (20-hours per week) in the IMC Amsterdam office for at least 6-months

 

Please note that the nine-month cool-down period still applies if you have applied for a Trading position within the last nine months. We encourage you to focus on further developing your skill set before reapplying.

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.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this Trader Assistant (Working Student) role at imc is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Trader Assistant (Working Student) position at imc located?
This Trader Assistant (Working Student) role at imc is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Trader Assistant (Working Student) at imc belong to?
This Trader Assistant (Working Student) position is part of the Trading Operations (Group) department at imc. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Trader Assistant (Working Student) position at imc?
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When was the Trader Assistant (Working Student) job at imc posted?
This Trader Assistant (Working Student) position at imc was posted on Jan 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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