Campus Software Engineer (Intern)

Jump TradingChicagoInternship Software Engineer

Posted July 8, 2026

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Last verified 2026-10-15. Confirm the employer's current requirements before applying.

Work on distributed trading and supercomputing software during a ten-week internship. Use C++ and Python on Linux, contribute across the development lifecycle, and collaborate with engineers on production systems.

Requirements

Strong programming, algorithms and data structures; interest in systems, concurrency and technical problem solving. Operating-systems, networking or compiler coursework and prior software internships are helpful. No previous finance knowledge is needed.

Programme details

International students may apply using eligible CPT/OPT authorization; Jump sponsors work visas for full-time positions.

Employer-published base pay

USD 250,000 / year (annualized; prorated for the internship)

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