Commodities Intern

Jain Global, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Ownership on projects

Global reach

Job summary

Jain Global, LLC, a global multi-strategy investment firm, seeks motivated interns to join its Commodities team in Houston. The role centers on energy market research, trading support, and portfolio strategy within a data-driven hedge fund.

You will build models, analyze supply-demand dynamics, and work with senior traders while pursuing an advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Mathematics. Python skills are valued and a path to full-time opportunities may follow the internship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an MBA, or a Master’s or Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest and passion for commodities markets, particularly natural gas and power.
• Strong programming skills in Python or another object-oriented or functional programming language.
• Knowledge of derivatives and commodities markets.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate in a dynamic, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research and analysis on commodity markets (natural gas, power etc.).
• Develop and maintain supply-demand models and trading strategies.
• Monitor market trends, policy developments, and global macroeconomic indicators.
• Collaborate with senior traders and portfolio managers to execute and manage trades.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to support investment decisions.
• Prepare and present research, forecasts, and portfolio performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management and trading policies.

Skills

MBA/Master/PhD fields

Interest in commodities markets

Python programming

Derivatives knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Education

MBA/Master/PhD in Finance/Economics/Engineering/Math

Tools

Python

Job description

Job Description

About Jain Global Jain Global is an innovative multi-strategy investment firm founded in July 2024 by Bobby Jain. With over 400 employees across New York, Houston, London, Singapore, and Hong Kong, we bring together diverse teams to pursue excellence across asset classes and investment styles. We are seeking driven, intellectually curious individuals to join our growing Commodities team.

Role Overview

This role is best suited for an individual with a genuine and deep-seated passion for commodities and someone who seeks to move beyond simply tracking prices to understand the underlying physical realities, market structures, and behavioral forces that shape them. The ideal candidate demonstrates intellectual curiosity about how global energy flows, supply and demand dynamics, and geopolitical developments influence market behavior and pricing. The internship offers hands‑on exposure to energy market analysis, trading support, and portfolio management within a dynamic, data‑driven hedge fund environment. It provides a strong foundation for individuals aspiring to build a career in commodities trading, research, or portfolio strategy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research and analysis on commodity markets (natural gas, power etc.).
• Develop and maintain supply-demand models and trading strategies.
• Monitor market trends, policy developments, and global macroeconomic indicators.
• Collaborate with senior traders and portfolio managers to execute and manage trades.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to support investment decisions.
• Prepare and present research, forecasts, and portfolio performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management and trading policies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Pursuing an MBA, or a Master’s or Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest and passion for commodities markets, particularly natural gas and power.
• Strong programming skills in Python or another object-oriented or functional programming language.
• Knowledge of derivatives and commodities markets.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate in a dynamic, high-performance environment.

Why Join Jain Global

• Mentorship: Work directly with senior investors and researchers in quantitative trading.
• Ownership: Lead meaningful projects and drive innovation in a collaborative, entrepreneurial setting.
• Exposure: Gain insight into a multi-strategy investment model and the inner workings of systematic trading.
• Impact: Develop solutions that influence real investment decisions across asset classes.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Join a culture that encourages creativity, independent thinking, and the pursuit of innovative ideas.
• Global Reach: Collaborate with teams across New York, Houston, London, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
• Career Path: Potential for full-time opportunities upon successful completion of the internship

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

As an employer, we believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of Jain Global teams to drive competitive performance. We believe an inclusive environment can yield exceptional contributions. We are a purpose-built global investment firm where every business is integral, and every role is positioned to make an impact. In a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment, we invest in our people to build enduring careers and win together.