VivCourt Trading
2025/26 Summer Trading Internship
To plant the seed and get the rest of the corporate world thinking: how can we be better?
Banking and investment
Intern
Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Entry Level · A role for someone with underlying potential, good motivation and ability to learn. Typically no direct experience is required.
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Why VivCourt Trading
VivCourt is a dynamic, fast growing quantitative trading firm - buying and selling in financial markets spanning the globe. Trading at VivCourt has a uniquely broad scope, and they leverage the creativity of their people trading low latency, quantitative, and market making strategies.
About the role
WHO YOU ARE Our traders come from diverse backgrounds but share a passion for problem-solving. They collaborate to solve real-world trading problems through maths, quantitative analysis, and programming. A STEM or quantitative background often proves advantageous in this environment. See below for more information:
Essential Skills:
- Your strengths in mental maths, probability and logic
- A curious nature paired with excellent verbal communication
- A keen interest in solving complex problems with a drive to get things done
- You** **thrive in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
- You are in your penultimate year of study
Desirable Skills:
- Coding skills are preferred, but training is provided for eager learners.
- Knowledge of financial markets is helpful, however our program focuses on building the skills you need.
**WHAT YOU’LL LEARN **
- Our 8-week trader training program will give you the skills and knowledge to succeed in the dynamic world of trading.
- Gain insights from experienced traders on markets, strategies and risk management.
- Analyse market data and interpret key indicators to make informed trading decisions.
- Immerse yourself in a supportive and collaborative culture, fostering learning and growth.
- Refine your skills and achieve success through seeking feedback and active participation.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
- An open culture and an environment of continuous learning tailored to individual needs and goals
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities to immerse yourself in VivCourt’s culture and regular not-for-profit initiatives. Read more about our social impact here
- Return flights and 8 weeks of accommodation in Sydney for interstate and NZ candidates
In addition, our People Experience team organise:
- Breakfast and lunch daily, all catering services are provided by Social enterprises
- Refreshments daily: Fresh fruit, home-baked snacks, coffee and drinks
- A variety of fun social events - including regular games/trivia nights, Friday night drinks and welcome dinners
- Lots of other cool benefits: In-house massages, games area to help you unwind or socialise with other team members, as well as paid access to regular gym classes
What you'll be responsible for
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Market Analysis
Analyze economic indicators and market trends to assess their impact on investment decisions
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Mathematical Modeling
Develop and use mathematical models and statistical techniques to analyze financial data and make investment decisions
Skills you'll need
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Learning agility
Identifies and applies strategies to enhance reception, retention and use of newly acquired information, skills, and abilities
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Numerical problem solving
Works with numerical information and performs mathematical calculations to solve problems
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Critical thinking
Identifies and synthesizes patterns and trends amongst various sources of information to reach a meaningful conclusion, perspective or insight