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Introduction
The CME Group internship allows students to get into the nitty-gritty of trading and all that goes into it at one of the largest traders in the world.
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About the Program
CME Group offers a variety of internships to students looking to get hands-on experience in the complex world of finance and trading. Some of its internship areas include Clearing and Post-Trade Services, Client Development and Research, Finance and Corporate Development, Global Brand Marketing and Communications, Technology, Human Resources, and Legal and Market Regulation—though there are many, many more areas to specialize in. Internships typically last for around 12 weeks (though can go f...
About the Company
CME Group is the financial services company that operates financial derivatives exchanges for the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the Chicago Board of Trade, the New York Mercantile Exchange, and The Commodity Exchange. In fact, it’s the largest financial derivative exchange service organization in the world. From its Chicago headquarters (affectionately called “The Merc” by those in the know) and offices around the world, the company provides a platform for trading currencies, interest rates, f...
Intern Reviews
- “I worked 40-hour weeks 9-5. The firm culture was great, it was [a] very relaxed environment, and the employees were very nice.”
- “Work culture was incredible. The company clearly values work-life balance and emphasizes making sure people have lives outside of work.”
- “The company culture and environment are very welcoming, and I enjoy the hybrid nature of my job. I think that the attitude toward work/life balance is very healthy at CME, and I enjoy that the company w...
Getting Hired Here
- “Fairly straightforward, professional interactions the whole way through and very transparent as well. The screenings were selective enough to narrow down the pool, but felt tailored towards applicants who would thrive at the company.”
- “Very easy interview process with one behavioral round and one case round. I think it was two rounds, and the selections seemed mildly competitive.”
- “It felt like they wanted to learn from my skills by discussing my course work, goals...