Commodities Trading Summer Analyst Internship Program (Summer 2027 Internship)

About the role

Castleton Commodities International is a leading global energy commodities merchant and infrastructure asset investor. 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). The Company has more than 500 employees globally and conducts business from offices located around the world.

The 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 and will have regular interaction with the leaders of our businesses to gain an understanding of our approach to various opportunities across global markets.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work as an effective team player and add value to team

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

Application Deadline: September 3rd, 12pm EST. For more information, visit https://www.cci.com/careers/life-at-cci/#