Commodities Trading Summer Analyst Internship Program (Summer 2027 Internship)
About The Position
This summer internship program is designed for participants to gain exposure to Physical & Financial commodity trading with an emphasis on risk and technology by working with one or two different trading desks in either Stamford or Houston (or both locations). At the end of the Summer Intern Program, a desk may extend an offer of full-time employment to join their specific desk or you may receive an offer to join our two-year Commercial Rotational Analyst Program. Throughout the program, participants will also have regular interaction with the leaders of our businesses to gain an understanding of our approach to various opportunities across global markets. You will be paired with a commercial mentor to provide market and career insights, participate in Q&A sessions, and showcase your learnings through mid and end of internship presentations. This program is a unique opportunity designed to provide a strong basis for a role within the business, and to identify and develop people who have the desire to become active players in the company. Participants will be exposed to the fundamental components of the global commodities industry.
Requirements
- Strong technical skills
- Understanding of derivative products
- Interest in the commodity markets
- Pursuing Bachelors or Master’s in Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Statistics, Business, Economics, Energy, Computer Science, Physics or a related field of study
- Expected graduation date in Spring 2028.
- Intermediate analytical and technical skills in one or more of the following: Python, C++, VBA, Excel—as well as SQL or other database exposure. Should you be selected for interviews, be prepared to review Python and SQL.
- Superior communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work as an effective team player and add value to team
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship/exposure to the commodities markets, or experience with other financial institutions or consulting is preferred
Responsibilities
- Analyze markets to identify trading opportunities, analyzing and understanding risks
- Design and develop models to analyze economic data, market fundamentals and forecast prices
- Perform research and statistical studies of identified risk factors
- Identify market pricing trends and discontinuity
- Design and formulate trade ideas and execute with rigorous risk management control. Run back-testing to verify the strategy prior to production execution
- Review research reports and articles that examine recent developments in the energy markets.
Benefits
- Fast-track your career with early exposure to senior leaders and tailored professional development
- Generate impactful and meaningful work that is implemented in real-time
- Explore various functions and career paths, including trading, with high exposure to senior leadership
- Join a respected, global, and industry-leading commodity trading house and investing platform
- Contribute to a dynamic industry that is consistently evolving with energy transition, macro, and weather
- Grow in an entrepreneurial environment with early-stage career growth and leadership opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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