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The Opportunity

Rystad Energy is looking for analytically driven early-career professionals to join our Americas consulting team as we expand in Houston and New York.

Our consulting engagements span a broad set of topics and client types including commercial due diligence/transaction support for investors, market assessment for emerging firms, corporate strategy development for major energy companies, and policy analysis for governments and trade organizations.

Examples of projects you may work on:

• Asset valuation for downstream product terminal

• Market studies for high-profile energy IPOs (Fervo, Flowco)

• Frontier exploration benchmarking for oil and gas majors

• Long-term strategy for integrated US solar module manufacturer

• Renewable fuels adoption strategy for maritime sector

• Assessment of US-based methane fee and impact on upstream suppliers

Our Americas consulting teams are based in Houston, Texas and New York, New York. We are hiring early career professionals to start in the Fall of 2026. 

Key Responsibilities 

Day-to-day:

• Collaborate with team members to plan and execute project workstreams, often using Microsoft Excel and internal Rystad products to manipulate and forecast data

• Prepare client-ready presentations, using Microsoft PowerPoint and additional visualization tools

• Communicate with internal team members and external stakeholders on relevant findings, methodologies, and next steps

• Leverage AI to streamline workflows across data manipulation and analysis

Occasional workflows:

• Map geospatial information using GIS programs

• Build models and analyze large data sets in python

• Develop client-side products and market reports in collaboration with the Analysis department

• Support the commercial team with business development related to ongoing or previous client work

You will work on challenging assignments requiring rigorous analysis to drive insights and conclusions. As a member of project teams, you will engage closely with clients and learn and deploy knowledge quickly. You will work collaboratively on project teams, supporting clients across upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas sectors, as well as energy transition areas such as renewables, hydrogen, and carbon capture.  
Your responsibilities will include structuring and breaking down ambiguous problems, performing quantitative analysis, producing reports, and delivering recommendations, operating with urgency to deliver results within client-driven timeframes. You will work primarily at the Rystad Energy office you are based in but may travel to client sites as required. 

Desired Qualifications 

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative field (engineering, economics, energy policy, etc) with 0–3 years of experience in energy, consulting, or a related field

• Experience using Microsoft Office for modeling and data visualization (Excel, PowerPoint)

• Familiarity with Python, GIS, SQL, or other quantification and visualization software is a plus

• Strong quantitative skills, including experience with data analysis, modeling, or engineering applications

• Ability to translate complex analysis into clear written deliverables, presentations, and data visualizations for clients and internal stakeholders

• Demonstrated interest in and understanding of energy markets, technologies, and policy

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail

• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

What We Offer 

• Competitive compensation package and bonus plan
• 100% employer-paid healthcare (medical, dental, vision) premiums for you and your family. 

• 401(k) employer match up to 5%. 

• 20 days of PTO plus federal holidays.

• Industry-leading 18 weeks of paid maternity leave.

• Hybrid-flexible work environment, with a minimum of 3 days in office per week

• A global business culture with international development opportunities. 

• Strong mentorship programs, with frequent exposure to senior leadership.
• A diverse, dynamic, entrepreneurial, and highly skilled working environment. Team building at various international locations. 

In compliance with New York pay transparency requirements, the anticipated base salary range for this position is $115,200-$142,680 annually for New York-based candidates only. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to earn bonus based on individual performance.

Application Process 

Please include a cover letter, resume/CV and other relevant documents when you upload your application. All applications must be sent exclusively via our portal.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Rystad Energy is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Any questions please contact:

Recruiting leads: Ryan Bain (Houston) and Brooke Hodge (New York)

AmericasAdvisoryRecruiting@rystadenergy.com

About Rystad Energy

Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, and with offices across the globe, Rystad Energy is independent Energy research and business intelligence company providing data, tools, analytics, and consultancy services to clients exposed to the energy industry across the globe.

Rystad Energy has a range of global databases and research products for companies in the Oil & Gas, Oilfield Services, and Renewables sectors, as well as Investors, Investment Banks and Governments. We also provide a range of advisory services for our clients with capabilities across the Energy value chain.

Rystad Energy is a rapidly growing company providing the next generation analytical tools and advice for the industry. Rystad Energy combines a high-performance culture with a deeply collaborative ethos, providing ample opportunities for growth, learning, contribution, and career advancement. Read more at www.rystadenergy.com.

EEO Statement 

Rystad Energy, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rystad Energy, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Rystad Energy, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rystad Energy, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.