Futures & Prediction Market Operations Intern (Summer 2027)

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Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. Robinhood Derivatives (RHD) is Robinhood’s newly formed entity that focuses on futures, event contracts, and options on futures. Our operations and trading team will help coordinate and lead business operations and internal functions for this entity to ensure a successful setup, launch, and opportunity to scale. As the Futures & Prediction Markets Operations Intern, you will perform essential daily duties to keep our futures and prediction markets business running efficiently, including clearing and settlement of futures and prediction markets, futures options trades and event contracts, analyzing trade and position reconciliations, resolving various futures and event contract trading issues, and reviewing several regulatory reports to ensure proper compliance. The role will work on initial setup of futures and event contract operational processes, tools, documentation, and workflows. Additionally, you’ll be working with various third party clearing firms, exchanges and vendors to maintain a proper working relationship and will be working closely with vital internal teams including CX, Risk, Legal, Compliance, Engineering, Financial Crimes, Finance, and Customer Trust and Safety to meet customer needs and expectations. This role is based in our Chicago, IL office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. What you’ll do Review operational reports and assist in reviewing and performing operational tasks Assist operations and compliance with audit inquiries Support Futures Risk in performing analytical functions to support certain risk functions Become a subject matter expert with exposure to leadership and different teams across Robinhood Streamline operational and risk workflows What you bring Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program in Finance, Business or a related field with an expected graduation date in Winter 2027/Summer 2028. Curious about the futures market, derivatives, and back office cl...

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