Commodity Associate Summer Intern

S&P Global Energy is seeking summer interns for a 10-week program commencing in June 2026 to work with price reporting and strategic engagement teams across various commodity markets. Interns will learn about market reporting, price formation, generate news coverage, perform research, and work on special projects. The role offers training, mentorship, and exposure to market subjects like supply/demand, infrastructure, geopolitics, and regulation, contributing to critical research and potential publications.

Must Have

• Be in their penultimate year of university
• Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, concise writing)
• Problem-solving, time-management, attention to detail & strong organizational skills
• Intellectually curious, with ability to learn quickly and produce high-quality results
• Some knowledge of social media and web technologies (e.g. HTML)
• Significant comfort level with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Good to Have

• Studying towards a Journalism degree

Perks & Benefits

• 10-week summer internship commencing in June 2026
• Training and mentorship (Basics of Market Reporting & Editorial Standards, commodity markets, editing, reporting, writing)
• Opportunity to learn about various aspects of oil, power, natural gas, LNG, chemicals, metals, agriculture, shipping and/or energy transition markets
• Exposure to market subjects including supply and demand, infrastructure, geopolitics, transportation, and regulation
• Shadow experienced Price Reporters in assigned markets
• Receive hands-on research and reporting experience
• Conduct research and writing assignments for potential publication
• Health & Wellness coverage
• Flexible Downtime / Generous time off
• Continuous Learning resources
• Competitive pay, retirement planning, continuing education program with company-matched student loan contribution, financial wellness programs
• Family Friendly Perks
• Retail discounts and referral incentive awards

Job Description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 05

S&P Global Energy Commodity Associate Program (2026 Summer Internship) Price Reporting

The Role: S&P Global Energy is seeking summer interns to work directly with one or more price reporting and strategic engagement teams across oil, natural gas, power, chemicals, shipping, metals, LNG, agriculture, and/or energy transition markets. The intern will learn how we generate the content that powers Platts’ price assessments and news produced for the markets that we cover. The intern will learn about market reporting and price formation processes in addition to generating news coverage, performing research, and working on special projects.

The Location: London, UK

The Team: Our team is global, and team members are considered specialists in the market(s) in which they work.

The Impact:

• We are looking for world-class thinkers to join us at S&P Global Energy, the principal provider of commodity price assessments and information to approximately 13,000 customers in 150 countries. The content you generate and the relationships you build are essential to the commodities markets we cover.
• Join a company with a strong history of growth and a globally diverse workforce with offices spanning five continents. You will be known as a respected source of essential commodity market information and part of a renowned brand. Our real-time news, pricing and analytical services help markets operate with transparency and efficiency.
• Get the best of both worlds: a nimble, highly specialized company and a business casual culture with the benefits and backing of S&P Global – a company that champions development and growth, as well as work-life balance.
• Price reporters provide insightful market commentaries that demonstrate Platts’ thought leadership across the globe, showcasing our ability to spot key trends that help customers better anticipate market-moving events.

What’s in it for you:

• 10-week summer internship commencing in June 2026
• Training and mentorship – including Basics of Market Reporting & Editorial Standards, as well as training on commodity markets, editing, reporting, and writing
• Opportunity to learn about various aspects of oil, power, natural gas, LNG, chemicals, metals, agriculture, shipping and/or energy transition markets, and contribute to critical research projects
• Exposure to several market subjects including supply and demand, infrastructure, geopolitics, transportation, and regulation, and how these subjects impact respective markets
• Shadow experienced Price Reporters in assigned markets
• Receive hands-on research and reporting experience
• Conduct research and writing assignments for potential publication

Responsibilities:

• Identify drivers moving daily markets
• Complete research and/or specials projects
• Become skilled in successful interviewing techniques and how to obtain data for commentary
• Write concise, informative commentary and research pieces
• Verify source information through appropriate channels
• Learn and demonstrate understanding of Platts price assessment and Market-on-Close (MOC) process

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be in their penultimate year of university
• Studying towards a Journalism degree is preferred but all degrees are welcome
• Strong communication skills (good verbal skills, listening techniques, and a clear, concise writing style)
• Problem-solving, time-management, attention to detail & strong organizational skills
• Intellectually curious, and the ability to learn quickly and produce high-quality results
• Some knowledge of social media and web technologies (e.g. HTML)
• Significant comfort level with suite of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

About S&P Global Energy

At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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