If you want to learn about how global financial markets move while working in a collaborative, supportive team structure, then trading is right for you. Our teams research and identify opportunities for our clients, help them with complex financial transactions – and we do it all in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s never dull. If you like working quickly, developing relationships or diving deep into analysis, we have a role for you. Our global Markets teams are active in all major financial markets and develop sophisticated financial solutions to help clients manage risk, increase returns and solve complex financial problems. Globally, we hold leadership positions across all major financial markets and this approach means you'll be part of a dynamic team, helping to solve a range of challenging and interesting business issues and will be challenged in your work.  

 

As a Full Time Analyst in the 2028 Corporate & Investment Bank - Markets Program – Trading, you will build from day one, your technical skills through extensive training. You will participate in training in New York for four weeks of instruction in statistics, economics, credit analysis, valuation, financial modeling and more. Through hands-on experiences, you’ll learn about the various assets classes – equities, credit, foreign exchange, commodities and emerging markets. Expert instructors and JP Morgan professionals will teach you about our history, the scale and scope of our organization today and our ambitious plans for tomorrow. We’ll teach you technical and practical skills that will help you hit the ground running.

 

Trading at JP Morgan is a unique insight into global markets – we provide liquidity to clients in all major asset classes and pride ourselves on our fast execution, market share and e-trading platforms. A trader’s role is to respond to and encourage client enquiries, manage the resulting risk, and respond to market-moving events. Trading is detail-focused, intellectually stimulating and requires logical and quick decision-making.

 

Job responsibilities

• Support senior colleagues with important research, analysis and preparatory work. 
• Monitor markets
• Develop trade ideas
• Conduct portfolio reviews
• Learn about the solutions and products we offer for clients to manage any market conditions
• Work and contribute value to the team from the start 

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• A strong interest in global financial markets is essential
• Excellent analytical, quantitative and interpretative skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative work environment
• Being adaptable, flexible and resilient
• Knowing your way around Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Confidence and initiative to take on responsibility and manage your own projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Japanese fluency is required for this role
• Pursuing a degree qualification with solid academic background and an expected graduation of April 2027 through March 2028
• Available to start full time employment from April 2028

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Business level of English is preferred
• Coursework in finance or economics a plus

 

Candidates requiring visa sponsorship may apply.

 

A portion of the interview process may be conducted in person in our Tokyo office.

 

About You

What we’re most interested in are the things that make you, you: the personal qualities, outside interests and achievements beyond academia that demonstrate the kind of person you are and the perspective you could bring to the team

 

Join us

At JPMorgan Chase, we’re creating positive change for the diverse communities we serve. We do this by championing your innovative ideas through a supportive culture that helps you every step of the way as you build your career. If you’re passionate, curious and ready to make an impact, we’re looking for you. 

 

Application Deadline
October 26, 2026 (23:59 Japan time)

HireVue Completion Deadline
October 28, 2026 (23:59 Japan time)

We will be filling our classes on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible before job postings close.

Cover letter submission is not required as part of the application process.

 

What’s next?

Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it’s important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible.      

After you confirm your application, we will review it to determine whether you meet certain required qualifications.  

If you are advanced to the next step of the process, you’ll receive an email invitation to complete a video interview, powered by HireVue. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience for our recruiting team and hiring managers.

Completion of the HireVue video interview is required, and your application will not be considered for further review until you have completed it. We strongly encourage that you apply and complete this as soon as possible, since programs will close as positions are filled. 

JPMorgan Chase is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that respects all people for their unique skills, backgrounds and professional experiences. We strive to hire qualified, diverse candidates, and we will provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities. 

 

Please email us at recruit.japan@jpmorgan.com for any enquiries, and visit jpmorganchase.com/careers for upcoming events, career advice, our locations and more