Maven Securities is a leading proprietary trading firm that uses sophisticated technology and quantitative analysis to trade global financial markets. We specialise in options and derivatives market making, where your skills can have a real impact.
At Maven, we believe exceptional careers are built deliberately. Our summer internship is designed for a small number of high-potential students each year, combining structured training with practical exposure. We don’t hire large classes expecting only a few to succeed; we invest in every individual who joins the programme.
Programme details
- Location: London
- Programme dates: 21st June – 20th August 2027
- Application deadline: 21st October 2026
- Key requirements:
- You must have the right to work in the region you are applying for at the time of application
- You must be a penultimate-year undergraduate or master’s student
- You must not have applied for any other Maven programmes in this cycle
Join a structured nine-week internship in our London office, giving you a practical introduction to options market making. The programme starts with options theory before quickly progressing to trading simulation and mock trading, helping you build the foundations you need to become a trader. You’ll also gain exposure to different desks through shadowing and project work.
Throughout the internship, you’ll be assessed on your performance and development. Successful interns may be considered for our Graduate Trader Programme the following year.
What you will be doing
- 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.
Benefits at Maven
As an intern, you’ll be eligible for benefits including:
- Regular social events where you can get to know us, from welcome dinners and the Maven summer party to end-of-programme celebrations
- Free daily breakfast and lunch in the office, as well as snacks and drinks
- On-site gym access, with regular classes and in-office massages
- A forward-thinking environment in which AI is integral to our strategy and daily operations