Shipping Operations Intern

Centalion; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Centalion is offering a Shipping Operations Intern role in Singapore to gain hands-on experience in the commodity trading industry, with exposure to Voyage Control and Claims. You will work across Shipping and Cargo operations in a dynamic international environment.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a Maritime Studies degree, has strong communication skills, and is proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally Power BI. A full-time, 5-day work week for 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a university degree in Maritime Studies or a related field.
• Keen interest in Shipping or Oil Transportation.
• Strong communication and business writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and preferably Power BI.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and tools.
• Availability to commit to a full-time, 5-day work week for a 6-month internship period.

Responsibilities

• Gain a foundational understanding of Tanker Operations – both Shipping and Cargo.
• Support the Voyage Controllers team in handling owner and miscellaneous voyage-related payments.
• Assist the Claims team in managing voyage-related claims such as demurrage and port claims.
• Learn from Freight Traders and the Chartering team about various types of cargo/voyage fixtures.
• Support the Vetting team in understanding the clearance procedures for operated tankers.
• Assist the Voyage Performance team in monitoring the daily performance of time-chartered vessels.
• Participate in various projects and initiatives across the Shipping and Support teams.
• Ad‑hoc duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Maritime Studies related field (university degree)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Job Title

Shipping Operations Intern

Contract Type

Full time

Job Description

Overview of Role

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and insight into the workings of the commodity trading industry, with a strong focus on Shipping and Cargo Operations. Interns will be exposed to various functions including Voyage Control and Claims. The role provides an excellent learning platform in a dynamic and international work environment, alongside experienced professionals.

Main Responsibilities

• Gain a foundational understanding of Tanker Operations – both Shipping and Cargo.
• Support the Voyage Controllers team in handling owner and miscellaneous voyage-related payments.
• Assist the Claims team in managing voyage-related claims such as demurrage and port claims.
• Learn from Freight Traders and the Chartering team about various types of cargo/voyage fixtures.
• Support the Vetting team in understanding the clearance procedures for operated tankers.
• Assist the Voyage Performance team in monitoring the daily performance of time-chartered vessels.
• Participate in various projects and initiatives across the Shipping and Support teams.
• Ad‑hoc duties as assigned by manager.

Profile

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (not all are mandatory):

• Currently pursuing a university degree in Maritime Studies or a related field.
• Keen interest in Shipping or Oil Transportation.
• Strong communication and business writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and preferably Power BI.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and tools.
• Availability to commit to a full‑time, 5‑day work week for a 6‑month internship period.

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