CME Group
AI Analyst - Placement year internship

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About CME Group
CME Group is the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace. We are a team of innovators, and our mission is to provide the tools and services that allow our customers to manage risk and capture opportunities in the global economy.
The Role
We are seeking a talented and motivated AI Intern to join our team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working on projects that directly impact our internal stakeholders and our clients. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting field of artificial intelligence, with a focus on real-world applications in the financial industry.
You'll Be Part Of a Team That
- Deploys AI tools internally to help our stakeholders and their teams gain insights in natural language from multiple internal data sets.
- Creates efficiencies and aids in the automation of work processes.
- Develops client-facing tools that support customers during trading, provide insights on market data, and help create a smooth and cutting-edge customer experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and deployment of AI tools and applications.
- Work with our team to help build and optimise LLM-powered solutions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and contribute to the development of effective AI solutions.
- Help analyse and prepare data for use in machine learning models.
- Contribute to the full lifecycle of our projects, from ideation to deployment.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Experience with SQL and relational databases.
- Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications is a plus.
- Solid understanding of machine learning and data science concepts.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the AI and finance industries.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment.
- Exposure to the inner workings of a global financial marketplace.
Please note only students who have a placement year as part of their course are eligible. Applicants must be located in Belfast for the duration of the placement. Unfortunately, no visa sponsorship.


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Closing date
Friday 25th October
Interviews
In Belfast in November
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CME Group: Where Futures are Made
CME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it – all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we’re looking for more.
At CME Group, we embrace our employees' unique experiences and skills to ensure that everyone’s perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal-opportunity employer, we consider all potential employees without regard to any protected characteristic.
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