Client Development & Sales Intern

Summer 2026

Posted on 11/4/2025

CME Group

CME Group

Compensation Overview

$21 - $35/hr

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid

CME Group is currently looking for a summer intern to assist the US Client Development & Sales (CD&S) Division. CD&S is the front-line of customer interaction at the Exchange, focusing sales efforts globally & managing relationships with CME Group's clients across all customer segments and products. 

The CD&S intern will be responsible for supporting the ongoing work of the CD&S team in these areas:

    Principal Responsibilities:

    • Assist with input updates to internal CRM tool, creation of reports

    • Assist in research projects for customer segment teams

    • Assist in data analysis projects for sales support

    • Assist in other ad hoc projects

    • Develop understanding of key customers and products at CME Group

    Skills / Software Requirements:

    • Currently pursuing BA/BS, majoring in finance, economics

    • Prior work experience or leadership roles in extra-curricular activities

    • Proficiency in Google Applications (Google Docs, Google Meets, Sheets, and Gmail).

    • Strong communication skills (written & verbal)

    • Inquisitive individual who is self-motivated to learn more about the derivatives industry

    Location:

    • Chicago

    • Hybrid Schedule

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    CME Group is committed to offering a competitive pay package for our employee interns. The pay range typically applicable to our intern roles is $21.10--$35.14. Actual pay offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education, location of the internship, and the internship area of focus. Through our benefits program, we offer our employee interns the opportunity to participate in select offerings. This includes our comprehensive health coverage and a mental health benefit.

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