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Graduate Trader Internship Summer 2026 - Amsterdam
CompanyMaverick Derivatives
LocationAmsterdam
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 6, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will conduct comprehensive data analysis projects on financial markets and perform in-depth quantitative analysis to support trading strategies. They will also provide coverage on the latest news and support the trading team in various ad-hoc projects.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
68
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Maverick Derivatives is a proprietary trading firm founded by experienced high-frequency traders in 2017. Our expertise lies in trading volatility-related financial instruments, which we use to guide our continuous exploration for opportunities across a wide range of asset classes on major international exchanges and trading platforms.
We pride ourselves on the open, casual, team-oriented culture in our offices in Amsterdam and Singapore. This, along with our flat organizational structure, allows us to collaborate closely, achieve the best possible outcome, and overcome challenges collectively. Our strategic investments in state-of-the-art technology allow us to leverage our unique expertise, which we continue to develop through our search for exceptional individuals to join our firm.
The combination of a company culture conducive to success along with our unmatched vision is why we believe we present unique opportunities for everyone involved at Maverick Derivatives.
About the Role
<h3><strong>Graduate Trading Summer Internship 2026 - Amsterdam</strong></h3>
<p>Over the course of 9 weeks, you’ll get the day-to-day experience as a Trader at Maverick Derivatives. During this intership, which consists of hands-on project work, training sessions and workshops led by experienced traders, social activities and much more. This program prepares you for your next step to become a Graduate Trader in one of our trading teams. You will work on one of our trading desks with traders, developers, and other teams. If you demonstrate to be a good fit, you will be invited to join us as a full-time Graduate Trader after the program! The program kicks off on July 1st, 2026.</p>
<h3><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Conduct comprehensive data analysis projects on financial markets;</li>
<li>Perform in-depth quantitative analysis to support trading strategies;</li>
<li>Provide insightful coverage on the latest news and developments;</li>
<li>Support the trading team in various ad-hoc projects.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>What Makes You a Great Fit</strong></h3>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>You have the right to work in the Netherlands, and preferably, you are already located in the Netherlands.</li>
<li>You are full-time available between July – August, and free to transition to a Graduate role from September onwards. </li>
<li>You are a recent graduate or graduating in 2026 and have an academic background in a STEM subject or a related field.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Python for data science and automation.</li>
<li>Solid grasp of options theory concepts and a keen interest in options trading.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively work under pressure.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills.</li>
<li>A detail-oriented person who consistently delivers work with accuracy and diligence.</li>
<li>Nice to have: familiarity with SQL.</li>
</ul>
<p></p>
<h3><strong>What We Bring to the Table</strong></h3>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>Growth & Development: Exciting professional and personal growth prospects and formal training with continuous feedback.</li>
<li>Work-Life Flexibility: 25 holiday days per year + flexible national public holidays.</li>
<li>Compensation & Benefits: Competitive remuneration and health insurance contribution.</li>
<li>Fun & Community: Our office in the World Trade Center Amsterdam features a PS5 and table tennis setup, plus Maverick Moves - company-sponsored sports activities to help you unwind, stay active, and connect with colleagues.</li>
</ul>
<p></p>
<h3><strong>The Interview Process</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Aptitudes & Programming Assessment (Duration: 70 minutes); </li>
<li>Introductory Interview (Duration: 30 minutes);</li>
<li>Technical Interview (Duration: 1 hour)</li>
<li>In-house assessment day</li>
</ul>
<p><em>A pre-employment screening is part of our selection process.</em></p>
<h3><strong>Non-discrimination statement</strong></h3>
<p>At Maverick Derivatives, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is treated with fairness and respect, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. We believe irrespective of any of the earlier mentioned characteristics, each person has the capacity to realize their inherent potential. This means we strive for diversity, equal opportunities for all and have zero tolerance for discrimination. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to send in their application. If you require any adjustments to be able to show us your best self during the recruitment process, please contact us at <a href="mailto:info@maverickderivatives.com">recruitment@maverickderivatives.com</a> to discuss possibilities.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">In order to apply for this position, please click 'apply now.'</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>
Key Skills
Data AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisOptions TradingPythonSQLCommunicationAttention to DetailPressure Management
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