About the role#
The Centalion U.S. Summer Internship Program offers university students a chance to experience the energy trading business firsthand. Based in Houston, this full-time program provides exposure to the people, systems, and decisions that keep global energy markets moving. You will work alongside industry professionals to contribute to business activities, develop analytical skills, and learn how trading, operations, risk management, and finance execute complex energy transactions.
What you'll do#
- Support daily trading operations and the lifecycle of physical commodity transactions.
- Assist with scheduling, logistics coordination, and the operational execution of trades.
- Monitor trading activity, contractual obligations, and operational risks.
- Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to identify and resolve issues.
- Assist with trade verification, confirmations, contract administration, and transaction reconciliation.
- Review trade data against internal systems and external counterparty records.
- Support contract documentation, tracking, and record management.
- Assist with invoice processing, payment tracking, and financial reconciliation.
- Gain exposure to financial, operational, and risk management systems.
- Maintain accurate transaction records and support financial controls.
- Work with energy trading and risk management platforms and Microsoft Excel.
- Analyze operational data, maintain reporting tools, and support the accuracy of trading information.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in team projects that enhance processes, systems, or reporting capabilities.
- Develop an understanding of commercial, financial, and operational risks.
- Identify transaction discrepancies, escalate issues, and support resolution.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or Data Science.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- A willingness to learn new systems and technologies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, take ownership of assignments, and deliver high-quality work.
- A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach to learning.
- Demonstrated interest in global markets, energy trading, logistics, or commodity supply chains.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
About Gunvor Group
Gunvor Group operates as an independent commodities trading house. Founded in 2000 and based in Geneva, the firm manages the logistics of physical energy, metals, and bulk materials. It maintains investments in industrial infrastructure such as pipelines, refineries, and storage terminals. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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