Operational Risk Intern

TotalEnergies; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 17.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

TotalEnergies Trading SA in Geneva invites applications for an internship in the Market Risk Transformation team. The intern will support anomaly detection in the ETRM, assist in documenting methodologies, and help design AI-enabled tools under guidance from Front Office, Operations, Market Risk, Finance, Compliance and IT.

Ideal candidates have an undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or related field, strong Python skills, and interest in AI-driven data projects.

Qualifikationen

• Undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Proven experience in data analysis algorithm development.
• Strong analytical skills; proficient in Python; experience with AI-driven tool development.
• Technical context: Data processing, Python, LLMs, Claude Code, Databricks.

Aufgaben

• Support anomaly detection in the ETRM using internal tools and data references.
• Document methodologies and keep them up to date.
• Develop and maintain AI-enabled market risk tools and codebases.
• Assist in risk analysis and reporting of operational events.
• Standardize AI solutions to accelerate business adoption.

Kenntnisse

Data analysis

Python

AI tools

LLMs

Ausbildung

Undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, IT or related field

Tools

Databricks

Claude Code

Jobbeschreibung

Country Switzerland City GENEVE

Area

Switzerland

Workplace location GENEVE-WTC1(CHE)

Employer company TOTSA TotalEnergies Trading SA

Domain Finance

Type of contract Internship

Experience Less than 3 years

Context & Environment

TotalEnergies trading entities (TTE) are responsible for the development and the management of a portfolio of commercial outlets for oil and oil products, natural gas, natural gas liquids, shale gas, liquefied natural gas, power, emissions certificates, and dry bulk products in Europe, the United States and Asia.

The position holder works within the Market Risk Transformation department and interacts with all the trading organization. The fast-paced trading environment requires the jobholder to be able to work autonomously and within the team. Position requires daily interaction with other departments within the organization notably Front Office, Operations, Market Risk functions, Finance, Compliance and IT. Attention to be given to Regulations, Industry and contractual deadlines have been respected, requiring good ability to plan and work under time pressure.

Activities

Start date 01/10/2026

The jobholder works within a Market Risk function and must be able to work effectively in a dynamic and open environment.

Main activities

• Support the advancement of anomaly detection in the ETRM by utilizing available internal tools or developing algorithms to verify the accuracy of transactions entered in the ETRM, using historical trades and market data as references
• Ensure project documentation and methodologies are fully formalized, maintained, and kept up to date
• Own, maintain, and enhance existing codebases solutions, ensuring their continuity, scalability, and long-term support. hands-on experience developing with LLMs (e.g. Claude, prompt engineering, AI-assisted coding) required
• Contribute to the design and deployment of automation and AI solutions for Market Risk, identifying innovative opportunities to enhance project efficiency and strengthen historical risk control processes
• Assist the team in analysing and reporting Operational Risk events and perform forensic and root cause analysis
• Supported the standardization of AI solutions, accelerating business adoption and scalability

Job dimension

• Assist teams in developing and enhancing business process tools by integrating AI capabilities whenever relevant
• Analyse the Operational Risk events to identify root causes and risk drivers
• Support the implementation of mitigation measures to prevent errors or fraud on physical and financial transactions
• Promote a culture of speaking up, transparency and risk management within the organisation

Purpose

• Responsible for the development of Proof of Concept Tools & Algorithm supporting Market Risk Transformation
• Accurate and timely management of all projects and their respective deadlines
• Promote the Operational risk approach, transparency and risk management within the organization
• Contribute to reducing risks of loss linked to trading operations by leveraging process improvements
• Effective communication with numerous departments on change management
• Demonstrate strong autonomy and solid communication skills

Candidate Profile

• Undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related Business field
• Proven experience in data analysis algorithm development
• Strong analytical capabilities, with proficiency in coding languages (python mandatory) and initial experience in developing AI‑driven tools
• Technical context: Data processing, Python, LLMs, Claude Code, Databricks

Tripartite agreement is mandatory

We are committed to meet the energy needs of a growing population and we are committed to the energy transition. The volatility of the energy trading markets requires excellence in risk management and a culture of innovation. We are fully embracing the digital revolution.
Our people flourish in an environment that promotes expertise, entrepreneurship spirit, agility and a purpose-driven culture, generating boundless opportunities to learn, grow and achieve collaborative success.
Reinforcing the competencies of our people is a key pillar of our culture: we train our people to ensure their development and we pledge to encourage safety in all our actions.
We look for passion, ambition and open-mindedness. While we evolve in a demanding industry that requests to be always on the edge, we cultivate a friendly workplace where our people feel good, where team spirit and respect guide our daily routine, where the diversity of our people and their skills create a nourishing experience for all of us.

Trading & Shipping (T&S) is the trading arm of TotalEnergies for crude oil, refined products, biofuels and paper derivatives. With around 1,000 employees, T&S operates from Geneva, Houston, Singapore, Dubai and Paris, ensuring the daily supply of refineries and distribution networks worldwide. In energy markets, T&S creates value through fair value assessment of flows, sourcing the best products for customers, and managing operational, financial, regulatory and HSE risks. As logistics and safety professionals, teams operate across the entire energy supply chain in fast-moving markets shaped by geopolitical and economic factors, requiring constant adaptation.