Commercial & CX Commodity Summer Intern - (Early Careers)

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

05

S&P Global Energy Commercial and CX Summer internship    

Role: S&P Global Energy Summer Intern - (Commercial and CX team) 

The Location: NYC (relocation assistance not available)

The Role: S&P Global Energy is seeking candidates that will be involved in working directly with our Commercial and CX teams. Interns will be given the opportunity to shadow and assist team members across functions  such as Customer Success, New Business, Regional & Strategic Sales, Commercial Specialists, Marketing and Channel Partners.  

Interns will gain exposure and be provided with foundational training covering commodities such as Oil, Natural Gas, Power, Petrochemicals, Shipping, Agriculture, Upstream Solution and Climate Solution. This will be through various deliverables including a group project; they will be able to build a foundational knowledge of the commodity markets, develop essential business-related skills while learning about various S&P Global Energy data, research and analytical products.  

Interns will be heavily involved in project-based work supporting the business with its key initiatives.  

The Team/The Business:    

• You will be part of a global team in S&P Global Energy Commercial and CX (Client Experience).   
• You will be introduced to world-class experts in various commodities including former chief economists, traders and risk managers and will work towards producing presentations about how commodity markets work and provide insightful perspectives on global economic, political, technological and legal issues linked to their specializations.  
• You will also be enrolled in an e-learning curriculum, providing foundational knowledge about the technical aspects of various commodities in addition to business related trainings.  
• We are looking for high achievers from a diverse pool of undergraduate & postgraduate institutions that are passionate about Client interaction, providing superior customer and the commodities market.   
• The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset which will help them to learn, grow, and connect during their time here. Someone who recognize opportunities and the value of taking risks.  

  

The Impact:   You will be offered the opportunity to assist S&P Global Energy in achieving its mission of being one of the leading providers of the highest quality price assessments and analytical information to the world’s financial and commodity markets.  

Our real-time news, pricing and analytical services help markets operate with transparency and efficiency worldwide. As the principal provider of commodity price assessment and information to more than 10,000 customers in 150 countries and with 20 offices spanning five continents, you will form part of a truly globally diverse workforce.   

You will be part of a rapidly growing organization with an exceptional corporate culture. Our data, analytics, and research help our customers make informed, smarter business decisions and investments.  

What’s in it for you:   

• 10-week summer internship commencing in June 2026.  
• Training and workshop – including Presentation and Pitching and Client Interaction best practices.   
• Opportunity to learn about various aspects of Oil, Power, Natural Gas, LNG, Coal, Petrochemicals, Metals, Agriculture, Upstream and Climate Solution markets.  
• Exposure to a number of market subjects’ experts in addition to Commercial and CX leaders.  
• Shadow experienced team members during various client interactions.  
• Handle, under the supervision of more experienced team members, basic incoming client’s queries.  
• Receive hands-on research and business case study experiences and then conduct and present on their own research.  
• Should you meet expectations and perform well, you will be offered the opportunity to join the graduate program at the end of the internship.  
• Project allocations and case studies are based on business needs and determined by the business.  

  

Responsibilities:  

• Support our team in helping clients understand how to navigate and extract useful data from the S&P Global Energy product range.  
• Support sales teams with research and proposals when appropriate.  
• Support team members in building account overviews and plans to support strategic sales teams.  
• Help designing data-driven models and templates for clients.  
• Support the creation of marketing materials for commercial culture initiatives and future graduate cohorts.  
• Getting involved in special project initiatives where determined necessary by management.   

  

What we’re looking for:   

• Please note that only candidates who are US citizens or green card holders will be considered for this position.
• You must be able to commence your internship from June 1 until August 7th. 
• Postgraduate & Undergraduate students graduating December 2026/May 2027. 
• Experience working with customers or clients and a familiarity with or strong interest in learning about commodity markets and passionate about Client Interaction.
• All degrees welcome: concentration in Energy related disciplines, Business, Geology, Geophysics and Chemistry preferred.  
• Proficiency in Generative AI technologies and the ability to leverage these tools for innovative solutions 
• Strong presentation and communication skills. You must have good telephone manners and be comfortable presenting to large groups both in person and remotely.  
• Familiarity with or strong interest in learning about commodity markets and passionate about Client Interaction.  
• Good PC skills including the Microsoft Office product range; well versed in Excel.  
• Intellectually curious; the ability to effectively multi-task and work independently.  
• Willingness to learn and take on a wide variety of tasks.  

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

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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