Structured Power Trading Intern

TotalEnergies•Houston, TX

45d

About The Position

Electricity is central to the energy transition. TotalEnergies is developing a significant portfolio of renewable and flexible assets and aims to be among the top global renewable producers by 2030. The Structured Power Trading team manages exposures from these assets, supports commercial activities, and provides market intelligence across the Company. We are seeking an intern with a strong interest in energy markets and commercial strategy to join our Structured Power Trading team. This role provides hands-on exposure to market analysis, portfolio management, and trade support in a fast-paced environment. You will assist senior traders in monitoring market developments, preparing insights, and supporting commercial decisions that impact trading strategies and portfolio performance. Provide in-depth analysis to identify current and future drivers and behaviours of the US power markets traded by TGPNA (Ercot, PJM, Caiso) Participate in the definition of the forward view of the US power markets Help build and communicate a global view of energy markets, enhance the Company's understanding of energy markets interactions Promote TGPNA trading activities to market partners and counterparts via reports and meetings

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (Engineering, Economics, Finance, Math, Data Science).
1-2 year of relevant experience (internship, analyst, or contractor role in trading, risk, market analysis, or power/energy).
Strong quantitative, analytical, and programming skills (Python, VBA, SQL, PowerBI a plus).
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with ability to work under time pressure.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with U.S. power markets and PPAs strongly preferred.
Knowledge of flexible products (storage, hydro, renewables) desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily monitoring of power markets, renewable trends, and related commodities.
Develop and enhance risk models, pricing tools, and market monitoring dashboards, including competitors insights and consultant model updates.
Support forward curve construction and scenario analysis of renewable capture rates, PPAs, and flexible assets (batteries, hydro).
Help maintain and enhance analytical tools in Python/Excel to automate reporting and improve accuracy.
Contribute to risk and P&L reporting processes, ensuring consistency and transparency.
Provide quantitative analysis to support hedging strategies and commercial opportunities in coordination with origination or trading teams.
Translate market observations into actionable insights for senior traders.
Collaborate with Research/Market Analysis for pricing illiquid products and regional capture rates.
Coordinate with middle/back office and risk teams to ensure accurate data flow for new products.
Participate in team discussions around market trends, trading strategies, and portfolio risks.