What are the responsibilities and job description for the Energy Market Rotational Intern position at Mitsui?
SUMMARY:
MEMS is an energy trading company located in the Galleria/Uptown area of Houston, TX, and is currently seeking full-time, paid interns for Summer 2026 to join our Energy Market Rotational Internship Program.
This immersive, 12-week program is designed to expose interns to key departments within the energy trading industry through two 6-week rotations within Trading, Middle Office and/or Back Office. Interns will gain hands-on experience and exposure in market analysis, risk functions, and U.S. energy trading operations, across multiple commodities while applying classroom knowledge in a dynamic, real-world environment. Rotation opportunities will depend on candidate interests and business needs.
Top-performing interns may be considered for a full-time development program upon graduation to jump-start a career in energy trading at a fast-paced, collaborative, and globally active trading firm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Learn and apply core concepts of risk management within a global energy trading environment.
- Participate in two 6-week departmental rotations within Trading, Middle Office and/or Back Office functions.
- Support the Back Office team by:
- Analyzing market structures, trading standards, and compliance requirements (including SOX) while supporting accurate invoicing and payment processes.
- Monitoring cash flow, assisting with forecasting and reconciliations, and supporting margin calculations
- Collaborating with Operations and Front Office teams to validate settlements and contribute to process improvements across financial operations.
- Support the Middle Office team by:
- Gathering and analyzing financial statements, credit ratings, and related data to establish and manage counterparty credit lines.
- Managing outgoing/incoming parent guarantees and tracking expiration timelines.
- Coordinating with the Mitsui USA Credit Team, MEMS Compliance, and Legal on credit documentation, including guaranty agreements and NDAs.
- Support the Energy Trading & Marketing team with:
- Daily market reporting, supply/demand analysis, and creation of market analysis tools.
- Attending industry conferences or events, as required.
- Support special projects, process improvements, and ad hoc assignments across departments, providing both administrative and analytical assistance as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Computer skills including intermediate level proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to build strong professional relationships and collaborate effectively.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Strong interest in trading and/or trading operations.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn, solid quantitative/analytical skills, and general awareness of energy markets.
- Academic background in Math, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Statistics.
- Interest in commodities, finance, economics, or the energy sector.
- Rising college senior (exceptionally strong juniors may be considered).
- Willingness to relocate to Houston after graduation for full-time opportunities.
- Participation in energy trading, investment, and risk management programs like TRIP is a plus.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
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Fluent verbal and written skills in English.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Physical demands include:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and may need to routinely move around to communicate with different groups
This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their leader, subject to reasonable accommodation.
MEMS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.