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ABOUT THE ROLE

Launchpad is IMC’s three-day discovery program for students graduating in 2028 and beyond who are curious about a career in software engineering at a leading trading firm.

Held in person at our Sydney office in October 2026, Launchpad gives you the chance to work alongside IMC software and hardware engineers as you write code, solve technical problems and explore how engineering powers trading in real time.

Standout performers may be fast-tracked to receive an offer for IMC’s 2027/28 Summer Internship Program.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Across three days, you’ll take part in immersive learning sessions, hands-on engineering challenges, technical workshops and one-on-one conversations with IMC engineers and traders.

The program is designed to take you from exposure to application to assessment, giving you a genuine feel for the work, the people and the pace of one of the world’s leading trading firms.

You’ll explore how software engineering is used in real markets, build practical problem-solving skills, learn what low latency means in production, and gain insight into what a future engineering career at IMC could look like.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Current student graduating in 2028 and 2029, studying at an Australian or New Zealand university
An academic background in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline
A minimum high distinction average or equivalent
Strong programming fundamentals, with Python at a minimum
Experience with C++ or Java is desirable but not required
Comfort with data structures, algorithms and computational thinking
Genuine curiosity for building technology that solves complex, real-world problems

You don't need prior knowledge or market experience. Just bring a genuine interest in the field, and we'll teach you the rest.

Life at IMC

IMC offers an open, collaborative, low-hierarchy environment where people are empowered to make an impact from day one. Our values guide how we work: Dare to continuously innovate. Collaborate to succeed. Champion the best ideas. Take responsibility. Keep both feet on the ground. Build for our future.

Perks & Benefits

Three days at our spectacular Sydney office in Circular Quay
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided by our in-house chef, plus all-day coffee from our in-house barista
If you're based outside Sydney, flights and accommodation are covered

We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds. If you don't feel your profile exactly matches what's listed, we still want to hear from you.

Think you have what it takes? Apply now.

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About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

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