Unpaid - Compliance Intern - Trade Surveillance Support

Summary: Futu US Inc. is at the forefront of financial services, providing innovative investment solutions. The Compliance Intern will gain hands-on experience in trade surveillance, regulatory compliance, and data analysis within a FINRA-regulated environment. Responsibilities: - How trade surveillance programs detect and review unusual trading activity - The lifecycle of alerts, exceptions, and compliance case management - Core regulatory concepts (e.g., market conduct, exception reporting) - Data analysis techniques used in compliance environments - How Compliance, Operations, and Surveillance teams work together - Prepare and organize datasets used in trade surveillance reviews - Support tracking and documentation of alerts and exception cases - Perform data quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness - Assist in creating reports and internal compliance documentation - Contribute to process improvement and regulatory support projects Required Qualifications: - Students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with an interest in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Mathematics, Risk Management, Legal Studies, or Computer Science - Advanced Microsoft Excel and data management skills - Analytical thinking and attention to detail - Understanding of financial market structure and regulation - Professional communication in a regulated business environment Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Excel (formulas, sorting/filtering, data organization) - Familiarity with financial markets or brokerage operations (a plus) - Basic knowledge of SQL or data querying (a plus) Required Skills: Microsoft Excel, Financial market structure, Regulatory compliance, Trade surveillance, Data analysis, SQL Benefits: Real-world experience in trade surveillance and compliance, Exposure to regulatory frameworks and financial operations, Practical, resume-building skills in data analysis and risk monitoring