Commodities Trading Rotational Analyst Program (2025 Start)

Application Deadline : September 10th

Program Overview Video

This is a two year rotational program where for analysts to gain exposure to Physical & Financial commodity trading with an emphasis on risk and technology.

Analysts initially participate in a one month Data Science & Front Office Technology rotation before spending 6 months on a physical trading desk followed by a 6 month rotation on a financial trading desk.

Following your first financial rotation you will either be matched with a third rotation or be permanently placed on a desk.

If you are matched with a third rotation, similarly you can then be matched with a final fourth rotation or be permanently placed on a desk.

One of these rotations could also be with our Risk team.

Throughout the program, participants will also have regular interaction with the leaders of our businesses to gain an understanding of our approach to various opportunities across global markets.

You will be paired with a commercial mentor to provide market and career insights, participate in regular Q&A sessions, and have the opportunity to present at the end of each of your rotations.

This 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.

Graduates will be exposed to the fundamental components of the global commodities industry.

Requirements :

At CCI, we are dedicated to attracting and retaining top talent. We value our human capital and seek strong contributors whom we can support and provide with the opportunities to be successful.

We are seeking individuals who have strong technical skills along with an understanding of derivative products and an interest in the commodity markets.

Responsibilities (Trading / Analysis) :

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.

Build up close connection with external consultancies and internal research team

Qualifications :

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 2025

Prior internship / exposure to the commodities markets, or experience with other financial institutions and consulting is preferred

Intermediate analytical and technical skills in one or more of the following : Python, R, Matlab, 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

Employee Programs & Benefits :

CCI offers competitive benefits and programs to support our employees, their families and local communities. These include :

Competitive comprehensive medical, dental, retirement and life insurance benefits

Employee assistance & wellness programs

Parental and family leave policies

CCI in the Community : Each office has a Charity Committee and as a part of this program employees are allocated 2 days annually to volunteer at the selected charities.

Charitable contribution match program

Tuition assistance & reimbursement

Quarterly Innovation & Collaboration Awards

Employee discount program, including access to fitness facilities

Competitive paid time off

Continued learning opportunities

Visit https : / / www.cci.com / careers / life-at-cci / # to learn more!