Job Description

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About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 05

The Role:

S&P Global Commodity Insights is seeking candidates for our 10-weeks internship program commencing in June 2024 within our Market Reporting and Trading Solutions (MRTS) team. As a part of the internship, candidates will have the opportunity to learn about the market reporting and price formation processes in addition to learning to generate and news coverage. You will be involved in working directly with one or more price reporting teams across oil, natural gas, power, petrochemicals, shipping and agriculture and will gain exposure on how to generate the content that powers Platts\' price assessments and news produced for the markets we cover.

The Team:

The MRTS team of Commodity Insights is the industry leader in market reporting for commodities. It manages and publishes the largest number of price assessments for commodities globally, and some of the most important price benchmarks, all under the Platts brand. The MRTS editorial team is also the leader in the reporting of news about the commodities markets for the trading community. You will be part of a global team in Platts Content and will be considered a specialist in the market(s) you will be working in.

The Impact:

Our real-time news, pricing and analytical services help markets operate with transparency and efficiency.

Be part of a global company with a strong history of growth and a globally diverse workforce with 20 offices spanning five continents.

Be known as a respected source of essential information and part of a renowned brand.

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 fosters development and growth, as well as work-life balance.

We are looking for world-class thinkers to join our team at S&P Global Platts, the principal provider of commodity price assessment and information to more than 10,000 customers in 150 countries. The content you generate and the relationships you build are essential to the markets.

Market reporters provide insightful market commentaries that demonstrate Platts\' thought leadership in the market, demonstrating our ability to spot key trends that help customers better anticipate market-moving events and phenomenon.

What\'s in it for you:

10-week summer internship commencing in June 2024

Training - including basics of market reporting and editorial standards and new training on editing, reporting, writing and media law

Opportunity to learn about various aspects of Oil, Power, Natural Gas, LNG, Coal, Petrochemicals, Metals, Agriculture and Shipping markets

Exposure to a number of market subjects including supply and demand, infrastructure issues, geo-political issues, transportation and regulation, and how these subjects impact respective markets

Shadow experienced market reporters in assigned markets

Receive hands-on research and reporting experiences and conduct research and writing assignments for potential publication

Should you meet expectations and perform well, you will be offered at the end of the internship the opportunity to join the 2025 Commodity Associate Graduate Program

Rotations and placements are based on business needs and determined by the business

Responsibilities:

Identify drivers moving the daily markets

Learn and demonstrate successful interviewing techniques and how to obtain data for commentary

Write concise, informative commentary

Verify source information through appropriate channels

Learn and demonstrate understanding of Platts Market on Close assessment process

Complete all assigned news training modules and foundational training to learn about the commodity market

Shadow an experienced price reporter in assigned markets

What we\'re looking for:

Fully matriculated Undergraduate or Postgraduate students in their penultimate year of studies. (graduation date: no later than June 2025)

All degrees welcome: concentration in Journalism, Communications, Business, Marketing, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, Engineering, or Energy related disciplines preferred

Strong communication (good verbal skills, listening techniques, and a clear, concise writing style)

Able to learn quickly, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Understand importance of building strong relationships and partnering with team members

Problem-solving, time-management, attention to detail and organizational abilities to work efficiently with clients

Intellectually curious; the ability to learn quickly

Some knowledge of social media and web technologies (e.g. HTML)

Significant comfort level with suite of Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Please indicate in your CV:

Current cumulative GPA

Expected graduation year and month

Earliest possible start date and any notice period

Level of proficiency in Mandarin and English

Citizenship and whether you possess/require a visa to be employed in Singapore

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We\'re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights\' coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world\'s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world\'s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

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What\'s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence\xc2\xae, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

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. We\'re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. 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.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation - Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn\'t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.



Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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Job ID: 297487
Posted On: 2024-01-29
Location: Singapore, Singapore

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