Intern - Commodity Risk Management (Grain)

Overview

Business Segment Overview

Commercial: With boots on the ground authenticity at the heart of everything we do, our comprehensive array of commercial products and services enable you to work directly with our clients, across hedging, risk management, execution and clearing, OTC products, commodity finance and more.  

StoneX Internship 

Are you looking to gain real world experience in an entrepreneurial culture? Consider an internship at a thriving global financial services firm and launch your career with StoneX! A StoneX Internship will provide development, support, career growth, and an endless array of opportunities. You can expect to make an impact on the business and experience a career defining internship program.  

Internship Perks: 

In addition to the real-world experience, you’ll gain at StoneX, we’re excited to offer interns several perks which include the following: 

• Compensation: All interns are paid at a competitive rate.   

• Socials: Networking and acclimation to the company, office, and city are important aspects of the internship program. Socials and local favorites are planned at various points, with large events at the beginning and end of your internship.   

• Access to Senior Leaders: Senior leaders are involved in the internship program from day one, delivering trainings, presenting on firm business, weekly leadership calls, and even attending socials.  

• Training: Virtual and in-person trainings to get interns onboarded and connected with the company globally.  

• Mentorship: Interns have a mentor and buddy to help answer any questions and work alongside during your internship.  

Responsibilities

• Grain and commodity market data analysis (corn, soybeans, wheat among other commodities)
• Gather grain market commentary & distribute to clients
• Keep up to date on commodity market moving information, and other news that is relevant to consultants and clients.
• Assist in daily office operations including running/checking reports for trade accuracy.
• Maintains a satisfactory level of customer service with clients via various communication methods.
• Handles client requests in a timely and effective manner. Understands need to escalate task if needed.
• Works proactively with other team members to develop new ideas and problem solve.
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
• This list of responsibilities may not be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Prefer candidates with a minimum of 2 years completion of college coursework
• Accounting, Agribusiness, Business, Communications, Finance or Economics majors preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office knowledge
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to proactively engage in conversation with clients through phone, email, and IM
• Ability to correctly make decisions involving client issues/problems including when to escalate the problem to a more senior consultant.
• Adaptable to quick changing market conditions, client requests, and office needs
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively learn and acquire new knowledge and skills
• Ability to share knowledge and work in a strong team-oriented environment
• Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to details
• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer