Commodity Associate Program (Spring 2027) - London

The S&P Global Energy Commodity Associate Program is a seven-month rotational development program with intake cohorts in February and August 2027. The program begins with one month of structured training, followed by two three-month rotations across different commodity sectors, providing participants with broad exposure to energy and commodity markets before transitioning into a permanent role. We are seeking candidates who will have completed their undergraduate degree by February 2027 for the March 2027 intake, or by August 2027 for the September 2027 intake. Postgraduate students are also encouraged to apply.

Location: London

You will be part of the Platts price reporting team and will be considered as a specialist in the market(s) you will be working in. We are looking for genuinely curious and motivated graduates that are passionate about the commodities market, reporting and want to develop their career in a dynamic, high performing and diverse team.

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

Responsibilities:

• Monitor commodity and energy markets to identify key trends, developments, and pricing drivers.
• Gather, validate, and analyze market intelligence from industry participants and public sources.
• Support the creation of market reports, news content, and pricing-related commentary.
• Contribute to the price assessment process by applying established methodologies and editorial standards.
• Build professional relationships with market participants to enhance market coverage and insight gathering.
• Maintain accurate records of market information and support data quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with editorial, analytics, and research teams on market-focused projects and deliverables.
• Complete training programs to build expertise in commodity markets, price reporting, and market analysis.
• Leverage approved AI and digital tools to improve research efficiency, knowledge discovery, and workflow effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to streamline routine tasks through automation and AI-enabled solutions while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

What We’re Looking For:

• Students from all academic backgrounds are welcome. Degrees in Journalism, Communications, Business, Economics, English Literature, English Language, Data Analytics, Sciences, Engineering, Energy Studies, Finance, or commodity-related disciplines are particularly valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate market-focused content for a global audience.
• Demonstrated curiosity about energy, commodities, sustainability, and financial markets, with an interest in understanding market fundamentals and price movements.
• Ability to learn quickly, prioritize competing deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced news and market intelligence environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with market participants, industry stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, and organizational abilities to efficiently gather, validate, and interpret market information.
• Comfortable working with data and digital tools, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to assess information critically, identify market trends, and synthesize insights from multiple sources while maintaining high editorial standards and data integrity.
• Familiarity with Generative AI technologies and the ability to leverage AI-powered tools responsibly to enhance research, content creation, workflow efficiency, and process optimization.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to integrate AI-driven solutions into day-to-day processes, improving productivity, data analysis, source management, and content workflows.
• Demonstrates a commitment to accuracy, transparency, independence, and ethical standards that underpin the Platts price reporting and editorial methodology.

Benefits:

• Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
• From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.