Career Kickstarter - Trading 2027
Optiver is a global technology- and research-driven proprietary trading firm and market maker providing liquidity across financial markets, including through an active 24/7 Digital Assets desk.
About Optiver
Founded in Amsterdam in 1986, Optiver uses its own capital, quantitative research and proprietary technology to continuously quote, price and trade financial instruments across global markets. Its activities include listed derivatives, cash equities, ETFs, bonds, foreign currencies and digital assets; its Digital Assets desk operates crypto options market-making strategies across major venues with follow-the-sun coverage.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will take part in a five-day trading program featuring options theory, market-judgment exercises, trading games, interactive lectures, mentorship, networking, and exposure to the trading floor. You will develop decision-making and trading skills and may be considered for a Graduate Trader offer after completing the program.
Requirements
- BSc or MSc student graduating from a university in Europe between May 2025 and May 2028
- Currently situated in the Netherlands, UK, or Europe
- Ability to demonstrate required visa or travel authorization to attend in person
- Numerical and analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Decision-making skills
- English communication skills
- Attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Develop an understanding of options theory
- Build market judgment using information, probability, and risk-reward trade-offs
- Participate in trading games
- Experience the trading floor where market conditions allow
- Network with traders, researchers, and recruiters
- Learn with guidance and feedback from the Trading Education Team
Benefits
- Fully expensed travel
- Hotel accommodation in Amsterdam
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and coffee
Hiring Process
Online assessment after application, due by 6 December 2026; technical interview for candidates who progress, scheduled between December and January.
