Summer Trading Internship (Dec 2025)

WHO WE ARE

Join VivCourt, where performance fuels purpose.

We’re a trading firm that values excellence as much as impact. We bring the brightest minds together from various fields in STEM to trade diverse quantitative strategies, from systematic and positional trading to market-making.

Our vision goes beyond profits. We prove that exceptional results and putting people first can go hand in hand. At VivCourt, your well-being matters, your curious mind and determination will drive your growth, and your achievements go beyond to support meaningful causes.

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.
• 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

APPLYING
Click “Apply now” and submit your resume and academic transcript for the 2025/2026 Summer Trader Internship. Applications close on 31st March 2025; positions are limited and assessed on a rolling basis. Once all spots are filled, applications will close—so apply early!

We only accept students graduating in 2026 who are Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents. To learn more about our internship and hiring process, visit our website.

A SENSE OF BELONGING 

At VivCourt, we foster a sense of community and belonging by uniting to pursue a shared mission. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse cultures, genders, backgrounds, and abilities. We don’t expect you to have professional experience or meet all the criteria - if this job excites you, we would love for you to apply!

We welcome candidates of all abilities and have designed our assessments and processes to be accessible to all. We encourage you to share any adjustments you may require to help you be successful through our process and support you in performing your best.