Intern - Commercial Optimization & Scheduling

Energy Transfer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer is offering a summer 2027 internship in Commercial Optimization & Scheduling at Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Oklahoma City locations. You must be enrolled in college during the program and pursuing Energy Commerce or Business studies.

The role focuses on pricing, forward curves, nominations, and data analysis within a dynamic energy trading environment. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, be eager to learn, and capable of working independently while

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college majoring in Energy Commerce or a Business related program.
• Strong computer and advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Must possess a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must adapt to rapidly changing priorities and responsibilities.
• Ability to organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a team player and work well with diverse colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain historical pricing and forward curves spreadsheets for customers and internally.
• Learn basic principles involved in Gathering & Processing rich gas volumes.
• Work with Gas Control and Field representatives to ensure accurate flows.
• Update maps and category systems for major pipelines.
• Assist scheduling with daily nominations and confirmations.
• Monitor Maintenance Calendar and communicate upcoming impacts.
• Assist with updating contacts and establish relationships with third parties.
• True up data across several workbooks.
• Help scheduling by coordinating new contracts or meter point additions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Independent worker

Team player

Adaptable to changing priorities

Education

Pursuing a college degree in Energy Commerce or Business-related program

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description - Intern - Commercial Optimization & Scheduling (2610003578)

Job Description

Intern - Commercial Optimization & Scheduling - ( 2610003578 )

Description

Energy Transfer is a master limited partnership that owns and operates one of the largest and most diversified portfolios of energy assets in the United States. In total, the Company owns and operates approximately 120,000 miles of natural gas, crude oil, refined products, and natural gas liquids pipelines, terminals, and acquisition and marketing assets which are used to facilitate the purchase and sale of crude oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and refined products.

Our Commercial Department is seeking a dynamic, personable, and professional Intern for the summer of 2027 at three different locations: San Antonio, Dallas, and Oklahoma City.

Summer Internship program starting in May 2027. You must be enrolled in college during the program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ideal candidate expectations, roles and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Maintain historical pricing and forward curves spreadsheets for customers and internally
• Learn the basic principals involved in Gathering & Processing rich gas volumes.
• Work closely with Gas Control and Field representatives to ensure accurate flows.
• Update maps and category systems for all major pipelines
• Assist scheduling with daily nominations and confirmations
• Monitor Maintenance Calendar and communicate upcoming impact both internally and externally.
• Assist with updating contacts and help establish relationships with third parties
• True up data across several workbooks
• Help scheduling by coordinating new contracts or meter point additions with contracts team
• Provide analytical data from a multitude of system application

Required Skills (External)

• Currently enrolled in college majoring in Energy Commerce or a Business related program
• Strong computer and advanced Excel skills preferred
• Must possess a strong willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to adapt well to rapidly changing priorities and responsibilities
• Ability to organize, perform and prioritize various functions in a fast paced environment
• Must be a team player, and able to work effectively with a diverse workforce and with various levels within the organization

Preferred qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in college majoring in Energy Commerce or a Business related program
• Strong computer and advanced Excel skills preferred
• Must possess a strong willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to adapt well to rapidly changing priorities and responsibilities
• Ability to organize, perform and prioritize various functions in a fast paced environment
• Must be a team player, and able to work effectively with a diverse workforce and with various levels within the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.DISCLAIMER: The above statements, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Primary Location

United States-TX-HOUSTON

Work Locations

Houston TX 1300 Main (100000189) 1300 Main Street Houston 77002

Job

College-level and Internships

Schedule

Temporary

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Job Posting

Sep 15, 2026, 4:00:45 AM

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