Commodities Trading Summer Analyst Internship Program (Summer 2027 Internship)

Castleton Commodities International; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Senior leader exposure

Career development

Global internship network

Job summary

Castleton Commodities International offers a summer internship designed to expose you to physical and financial commodity trading with emphasis on risk and technology. You will work on one or two desks in Stamford or Houston, and may be considered for full-time opportunities after the program.

You will be paired with a mentor, interact with senior leaders, and gain insights into global markets. Strong technical skills and a drive to learn are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Statistics, Business, Economics, Energy, Computer Science, Physics or a related field.
• Expected graduation date in Spring 2028.
• Prior internship/exposure to commodities markets or experience with financial institutions or consulting is preferred.
• Strong Python/SQL knowledge; familiarity with C++, VBA, Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze markets to identify trading opportunities and assess risks.
• Design and develop models to analyze data, market fundamentals and forecast prices.
• Perform research and statistical studies of identified risk factors.
• Review research reports on recent developments in energy markets.
• Back-test strategies and ensure risk management controls before production execution.

Skills

Python

C++

VBA

Excel

SQL

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's

Graduation Spring 2028

Job description

Application Deadline: September 3rd, 12pm EST

Castleton Commodities International is a leading global energy commodities merchant and infrastructure asset investor. As a trader, CCI deploys capital on a proprietary basis in the physical and financial commodity markets, providing the Company with market insights and access. As a strategic investor and developer, CCI leverages its market expertise, operations capabilities, and industry knowledge to invest in, and develop, select commodity infrastructure assets. CCI focuses its activities on the markets it understands best, while constantly striving to expand its knowledge base and network of relationships in order to participate in new markets.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, CCI conducts business from offices located around the world including Calgary, Canada; Houston, Texas; New York, New York; Geneva, Switzerland; London, United Kingdom; and Singapore. The Company has more than 500 employees globally.

Program Overview:

This summer internship program is designed for participants to gain exposure to Physical & Financial commodity trading with an emphasis on risk and technology by working with one or two different trading desks in either Stamford or Houston (or both locations). At the end of the Summer Intern Program, a desk may extend an offer of full-time employment to join their specific desk or you may receive an offer to join our two-year Commercial Rotational Analyst Program.

Throughout the program, participants will also have regular interaction with the leaders of our businesses to gain an understanding of our approach to various opportunities across global markets. You will be paired with a commercial mentor to provide market and career insights, participate in Q&A sessions, and showcase your learnings through mid and end of internship presentations.

This program is a unique opportunity designed to provide a strong basis for a role within the business, and to identify and develop people who have the desire to become active players in the company. Participants will be exposed to the fundamental components of the global commodities industry.

Why Work for CCI?

• Fast-track your career with early exposure to senior leaders and tailored professional development
• Generate impactful and meaningful work that is implemented in real-time
• Explore various functions and career paths, including trading, with high exposure to senior leadership
• Join a respected, global, and industry-leading commodity trading house and investing platform
• Contribute to a dynamic industry that is consistently evolving with energy transition, macro, and weather
• Grow in an entrepreneurial environment with early-stage career growth and leadership opportunities

Requirements:

At CCI, we are dedicated to attracting and retaining top talent. We value our human capital and seek strong contributors whom we can support and provide with the opportunities to be successful. We are seeking individuals who have strong technical skills along with an understanding of derivative products and an interest in the commodity markets.

Responsibilities (Trading/Analysis):

• Analyze markets to identify trading opportunities, analyzing and understanding risks
• Design and develop models to analyze economic data, market fundamentals and forecast prices
• Perform research and statistical studies of identified risk factors
• Identify market pricing trends and discontinuity
• Design and formulate trade ideas and execute with rigorous risk management control. Run back-testing to verify the strategy prior to production execution
• Review research reports and articles that examine recent developments in the energy markets.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing Bachelors or Master’s in Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Statistics, Business, Economics, Energy, Computer Science, Physics or a related field of study
• Expected graduation date in Spring 2028.
• Prior internship/exposure to the commodities markets, or experience with other financial institutions or consulting is preferred
• Intermediate analytical and technical skills in one or more of the following: Python, C++, VBA, Excel—as well as SQL or other database exposure. Should you be selected for interviews, be prepared to review Python and SQL.
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work as an effective team player and add value to team