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IT YEAR-ROUND INTERN

CompanyXR Trading LLC
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The IT Intern will install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot PC hardware and software, as well as participate in projects to improve the systems and network environment. Additional responsibilities include processing trouble tickets and assisting in managing technology inventory.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
108
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
30 hours
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About The Company
XR Trading is a proprietary market-making firm with offices in Chicago, New York and London. XR provides liquidity in a wide range of financial instruments and asset classes. We add value to the markets in which we participate by integrating technology with trading effectively and employing a quantitative approach to automated market-making. To respond quickly to a constantly evolving market, our team members — traders, quants, and software engineers — work closely together in an open, collaborative environment. Our approach allows us to leverage successful strategies across a multitude of products and exchanges. Our success begins with talented individuals — and is maintained and driven by a united team effort.
About the Role

Description

 XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US. XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities, options, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies. Our culture emphasizes teamwork and focuses on continuous integration and test-driven development.


We are looking for individuals who enjoy working with computers at a hands-on level, including building, configuring, and troubleshooting systems. Candidates who have experience with PC hardware, have built or upgraded their own systems, or enjoy diagnosing technical issues will be a strong fit.


Job Function & Responsibilities

  • We are seeking a talented and self-motivated IT Intern to join our growing IT team
  • Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot PC hardware and operating systems
  • Assist with building, imaging, and deploying workstations across multiple hardware models
  • Actively seek out and participate in projects to maintain and improve the systems/network environment
  • Create and maintain standard PC images for multiple workstation models
  • Process, monitor and prioritize trouble tickets
  • Troubleshoot basic TCP/IP issues
  • Assist in managing and maintaining technology inventory
  • Install and monitor antivirus software
  • Support other key initiatives as the business dictates
  • Write or modify basic scripts (Python, JavaScript, or similar) to automate simple tasks where applicable
  • This is a paid internship
  • The applicant will have the opportunity to work at least 20 hours, but no more than 30 hours per week year-round
  • We are not seeking summer interns

Location

  • Intern must be a US citizen 
  • Hybrid Opportunity: Individual must live in the Chicagoland area and be able to commute to the XR Trading Chicago Office: 550 W Jackson Blvd Suite 1000 Chicago, IL 60661

Education 

  • Working towards a bachelor’s degree in a technical area such as computer science or information science within commutable distance from Chicago Loop

Required Experience & Skills

  • Desire to work and learn in a fast-paced agile environment
  • Experience working with computer hardware, system setup, and troubleshooting
  • Experience with Python, JavaScript, Node.js or other scripting languages (used for basic automation tasks)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP)
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • A self-motivated personality
  • Curiosity about how systems work end-to-end and willingness to learn by doing

Please note: only individuals whose qualifications match our current needs will be contacted for further screening and/or interviews. XR Trading does not hire candidates who are currently on a student visa or who now or in the future will require XR to sponsor them for employment visa. Thank you for your interest in XR Trading! 


Hourly Rate  

  • $30/hr USD 


 Benefits Eligibility 

  • Interns are not eligible for medical benefits or 401(k)
  • Interns are eligible for the EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Key Skills
PythonJavaScriptNode.jsCommunication SkillsObject-Oriented ProgrammingProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailSelf-Motivated
Categories
TechnologySoftware