Rising college seniors with curiosity to learn and a desire to succeed, demonstrated through extracurricular activities, group projects, or academic achievement Students with a competitive nature, an interest in trading (regardless of their major), and a desire to understand the financial markets on a deeper level Students who want to assess whether a career in trading is right for them – a significant portion of each intern class goes on to work at Trillium full-time

Explore trading ideas and enhance existing trading strategies by analyzing market data and microstructure for patterns Complete and present team projects that are essential to daily trading activities Hear from senior executives, top traders, and expert trainers in classroom settings, while working closely with a dedicated senior mentor and team on individualized assignments Visit NYSE and Nasdaq, plus enjoy golf outings, happy hours, and much more

A better understanding of the underlying mechanics of market moves, quantitative analysis, economics, and risk assessment How to use the firm’s customizable technology, including market research tools and our proprietary trading platform What it’s like to trade professionally, helping you define your path and lay a foundation for your future career

Trade US equity markets as soon as your second week on the job, while continuously learning about our technology and tools. After your first year, you have the opportunity to expand to trading Canadian, OTC, and more Look for market microstructure patterns to refine strategies, honing your communication and analytical skills in the process Follow industry and market news, and collaborate daily with other traders to help drive performance across the firm

Work closely with an assigned trainer for one-on-one guidance, as well as your classmates and more senior traders for a collaborative trading experience Start with daily classroom sessions on software, workflows, strategies, asset classes, and more Attend periodic Continuing Education sessions to keep sharp on different financial instruments, new innovations, and the latest trends

Traders in their first two years at Trillium receive an annual salary (in addition to P&L-based bonuses), and we never ask anyone to put up their own money – only the firm’s capital is traded Work for a firm that supports its team members in every way, from an in-house technology team to help you build useful tools, to a company culture that delivers memorable experiences both inside and outside the office See what it’s like to work for an established market player in a dynamic team environment, with fellow newcomers as enthusiastic about the markets as you are and senior leadership eager to share their time and insights

With strong performance and a demonstrated history of judicious risk management, gain the freedom to take on larger positions and push your limits Get more leeway to take advantage of unexpected market dynamics, heightened volatility, and the like to maximize your opportunity Enjoy the discretion to trade any security or strategy you wish – as long as your performance remains strong, the choice is yours

Keep learning from top traders and hear strategic and technological success stories via Advanced Continuing Education sessions Continue to lean on mentors and former classmates for help and advice – these relationships run deep, facilitating collaboration at every level Start sharing your own time and insights with the incoming classes, empowering the next generation of Trillium traders

Leverage our Trader Meets program, which brings together members from various groups and offices to foster greater exposure and collaboration among both veteran and new traders Work closely with our Trade Support and Technology teams to ensure our systems work optimally and you have the tools you need to enhance your strategies Enjoy working for a firm that emphasizes the employee experience at all levels, with a wide range of social events, professional development, and more

Zero2One VC Incubator

The Incubator

Taking Your Ideas From Zero to One

We take our incubator, technology, and culture seriously, to help aspiring founders succeed.

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The Zero2One Path: Learn, Build, Launch

Learn: At Zero2One, we prioritize learning, equipping aspiring entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge through workshops and mentorship, enabling them to make informed decisions and develop innovative solutions.

Build: We provide a supportive environment where startups can turn ideas into reality, offering expert guidance, well-equipped co-working spaces, and access to cutting-edge technologies to help them build their products or services.

Launch: Our ultimate goal is to see startups thrive, and we support them with marketing strategies, investor connections, and networking opportunities, ensuring they are well-prepared to overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth. Read on to learn more.

Ideate

The First Step into the World of Entreprenuership

In the first few week at Zero2One's startup Incubator, aspiring entrepreneurs undergo intensive learning, ideation, and mentorship to refine their business ideas and form comprehensive business plans. By the end of this period, they emerge equipped with well-defined strategies, setting a strong foundation for transforming their dreams into successful startups.

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Co-Founder Matching

Forge connections with your cohort and build a strong and diverse team

Defining Problem Statement

Learn about the problems that interest you from the perspective of actual customers and use their experiences to develop an effective solution

Customer Validation

Gather feedback about your idea from potential customers and improve on it until it actually meets the market's need

Develop

Effectively Setting Up and Structuring Your Business

Once founders have an idea of what product they want to pursue, they will delve into the task of researching market trends and identifying stakeholders to support their idea. Throughout our workshops, we help students complete this process as quickly and efficiently as possible with the help of experienced mentors who use their own entrepreneurial experience to provide guidance on avoiding and overcoming potential obstacles.

Market Research/KPIs

Identify the size of the market that needs your product and scope out key performance metrics that will measure your business' performance

Competitive Analysis

Research other players in your market niche and identify the characteristics of your idea that distinguish you from the rest

Business Model

Create a plan for payment that is flexible enough to meet the needs of your stakeholders and maximizes your business' overall profits

Deliver

Bring Your Idea to Life

By the end of the incubator program, founders will have developed a working prototype of their initial idea as well as a clear and concise pitch that showcases the imminent need for their product. The incubator closes off with a final Demo Day pitching event that brings together venture capitalists and startup founders as judges who select teams that can win access to mentorship resources and cash prizes.

Prototyping

Create a minimum viable prototype that proves the practicality of your initial idea, whether it's in the form of a mobile app or a more complex software/hardware tool

Pitching

Build an effective slide deck and deliver a pitch that highlights the best aspects of your product to attract stakeholders