Brokerage Operations Intern (Summer 2027)

About the team + role

The mission for Brokerage Operations is to provide insane customer focus  with a safety always mindset as we strive to democratize finance for all. We stride on being in the continual state of improvement in our journey for operational excellence.

As aBrokerage Operations Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple operational domains—supporting processes that power Robinhood’s trading, clearing, and customer experience. You’ll learn how data, technology, and risk management intersect in brokerage operations and work on projects that use analytics, process improvement, and light automation to improve performance, accuracy, and customer trust.

This role is based in our Chicago, IL office with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. 

What you’ll do

• Work across Robinhood Financial (Introducing Broker) and Robinhood Securities (Clearing Broker) to learn the many aspects that comprise the operations of FINRA-registered broker-dealers
• Partner with subject matter experts to analyze operational data, identify efficiency opportunities, and make process improvement recommendations, including automation and dashboard enhancements
• Support small-scale technical projects such as reconciling datasets, improving data quality, or building Business Intelligence dashboards using tools like Retool or Superset
• Deliver a capstone project applying analytical and problem-solving skills to a real operational challenge, culminating in a presentation to senior leaders

What you bring

• Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking Bachelor's or Master's program in Business, Economics, Engineering, Data Analytics, Finance, or a related field with an expected graduation date in Winter 2027/Spring 2028
• Analytical mindset with experience performing analytics using SQL or Python
• Curiosity about how brokerage operations, risk management, and market infrastructure work together in a fintech environment
• Clear communication skills and comfort engaging with cross-functional teams
• Intellectual agility — comfortable asking questions, challenging assumptions, and thinking critically about processes

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

AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams.

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.