Join Robinhood as a Futures & Prediction Market Operations Intern to support the setup and operations of futures and prediction markets.
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Last verified on the company career page 3 hours ago
What you'll build
- 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
- Become a subject matter expert with exposure to leadership and different teams
- Streamline operational and risk workflows
Must have
- Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program in Finance, Business or a related field
- Curious about the futures market, derivatives, and back office clearing
- A demonstrated history of operational excellence and problem solving
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple daily tasks and projects
Practical constraints
- In-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week
AI in the day-to-day
Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee.
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Futures & Prediction Markets Operations Intern at Robinhood is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the futures and prediction markets business, which includes tasks like clearing trades, analyzing reconciliations, and resolving trading issues. This role requires a solid understanding of finance and operational processes, along with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. It is well-suited for students pursuing degrees in Finance or Business, particularly those with a keen interest in derivatives and market operations. The intern will engage with various internal teams and external partners, contributing to a high-performing environment focused on innovation.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today on Joblaze — tracked directly from Robinhood's career page.
- Robinhood has 164 other open roles including Business Analyst Intern (Summer 2027), Crypto Operations Intern (Summer 2027), Brokerage Risk Analyst Intern (Summer 2027).
Quick facts
- Is the Futures & Prediction Market Operations Intern (Summer 2027) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Chicago, IL, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Robinhood lists $26–$26 for this role.
- Where is the role based?
- Robinhood is hiring for this position in Chicago, IL, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Robinhood targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Futures & Prediction Market Operations Intern (Summer 2027) role at Robinhood.
From the original posting
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/Spring 2028.
- Curious about the futures market, derivatives, and back office clearing
- A demonstrated history of operational excellence and problem solving
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills to work with colleagues across the company to quickly resolve issues and develop long term strategies for growth
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple daily tasks and projects with various deadlines
What we offer
- Market competitive compensation structure
- Quarterly lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more
- Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not
- Time away including company holidays, paid time off, and sick time
- Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected hourly range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
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