Trainee Energy Trading – International Graduate Program (f/m/d)

E.ON Sverige Aktiebolag; Essen; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Discounts

Special insurances

Job summary

E.ON Energy Markets GmbH invites you to join the 24-month E.ON International Graduate Program in Energy Trading. You will explore international markets and undertake six placements across trading, origination, digital tech, and risk management, with opportunities for cross‑functional and international rotations to Prague or London.

You’ll graduate into a role that leverages your analytical and programming skills while you develop a strong professional network within the E.ON group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Interest in digital technologies, energy economics, and international energy challenges.
• Initial knowledge of energy or financial markets is a plus; Python programming is advantageous.
• Fluent in English and willingness to learn German.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving abilities with a structured mindset.
• Demonstrated networking skills and ability to build lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Tackle challenging projects in Energy Trading & Markets and support decision‑making.
• Complete around six placements tailored to development in areas like Forward/Short‑term Trading, Origination, Finance & Risk, Strategy & Transformation.
• Include at least one cross‑functional and one international placement (e.g., Prague, London).

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Python

Job description

Are you interested in energy and would like to combine it with your passion and capabilities in the global energy markets, portfolio management and trading? It’s on us – to make new energy work! Join E.ON as a TraineeEnergy Trading (f/m/d), starting on 01.06.2027, and contribute to shaping the energy transition of Europe. Please note that the position may be closed earlier depending on the number of applications received.

What you can expect from us

As part of our 24-month E.ON International Graduate Program, you will explore the diverse world of our Energy Trading business across E.ON. You can look forward to:

E.ON Energy Markets GmbH is a subsidiary of the E.ON Group. Its purpose is to provide access to the international trading markets to E.ON’s customer businesses, while managing risks and generating additional value through its trading activities.

• You take on challenging responsibilities in complex projects on topics around Energy Trading & Markets, develop effective solutions and support decision‑making processes

• You will complete around six placements tailored to your individual development and target area – supported by a dedicated business representative (e.g. Forward or Short‑term Trading, Structured Trading, Origination, Digital Technology, Portfolio Management, Fundamental Analysis, Finance & Risk Management, Strategy & Transformation)

• Along the way, you will have the opportunity to complete at least one cross‑functional and one international placement (e.g. Prague, London)

What we expect from you

• You have an outstanding academic record: a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Economics, Management (or comparable) with at least 2 years of relevant working experience or a respective Master’s degree

• You are passionate about digital technologies, energy economics, and solving energy industry challenges on an international scale, and have ideally gained initial practical experience in this field

• Your initial knowledge of energy or financial markets, as well as your programming skills (e.g. Python) are a plus

• You are fluent in English and willing to learn German

• You stand out for your strong analytical and quantitative skills, structured way of thinking, and high level of problem‑solving ability

• You contribute innovative ideas, take ownership of their implementation, and want to make an impact through your results

• You demonstrate strong networking skills as well as the ability to build meaningful and lasting relationships with relevant interfaces

An already existing residence and work permit for Germany are not necessarily required.

What we offer

• Strong community and personal network: A unique trainee community, a group‑wide network, and support from your self‑selected mentor, trainee buddy, HR, and a dedicated business representative.

• Hands‑on learning and individual development: Global insights into E.ON’s business through exciting tasks that shape the future of energy — complemented by joint “Capability & Development Camps” as well as customized training and coaching.

• Work‑life balance and attractive benefits: Hybrid work, flexible working hours, and up to 20 workdays of “workation” — supplemented by a pension scheme, discounts, special insurances and more.

For more details about the program (e.g. structure, salary, development opportunities after program) please check out our website.