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Engelhart

Junior Power & Gas Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

In 2024, Engelhart acquired Trailstone, a global energy trading and technology company. The ... commodity markets. This role will best suit an individual who enjoys solving complex real-time ...

Eggs Unlimited

Junior Sales Representative

Irvine, CA · On-site

... Junior Sales Representative to join our growing sales and trading team. This role is ideal for ... commodity markets is strongly preferred. * Strong interest in growing into a sales, trading, or ...

Eggs Unlimited

Junior Sales Representative

Irvine, CA · On-site

... Junior Sales Representative to join our growing sales and trading team. This role is ideal for ... commodity markets is strongly preferred. * Strong interest in growing into a sales, trading, or ...

UPSTATE COIN & GOLD

Salesforce Engineer

Centennial, CO · On-site +1

$54.75 - $72.50/hr

... for commodity trading. * Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions, providing mentorship to junior team members and ...

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Marcura

IT Support Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... commodity trade. Our trusted platforms which span software, data intelligence and payments sit at the centre of digital transformation across the maritime industry. We are now seeking a Junior IT ...

Marcura

IT Support Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... commodity trade. Our trusted platforms which span software, data intelligence and payments sit at the centre of digital transformation across the maritime industry. We are now seeking a Junior IT ...

Marcura

IT Support Administrator

Atlanta, GA

... commodity trade. Our trusted platforms which span software, data intelligence and payments sit at the centre of digital transformation across the maritime industry. We are now seeking a Junior IT ...

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How much do junior commodity trading jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior commodity trading in the United States is $22.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Commodity Trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Commodity Trader, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial markets, and typically a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with trading platforms, risk management tools, and proficiency in Excel or data analysis software are commonly required. Attention to detail, resilience under pressure, and effective communication set standout candidates apart in this fast-paced environment. These skills are crucial for making informed trading decisions, managing risks, and succeeding in the dynamic commodity markets.

What are some common challenges faced by junior commodity traders during their first year on the job?

Junior commodity traders often encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to fast-paced market environments and learning to analyze complex market data under pressure. They must also develop effective communication skills to collaborate with senior traders, risk managers, and analysts. Balancing the demands of executing trades accurately while adhering to compliance and risk management protocols can be daunting. Building confidence in decision-making and managing stress are key areas of growth during the initial stages of the role.

What is the difference between Junior Commodity Trading vs Commodity Analyst?

AspectJunior Commodity TradingCommodity Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, basic trading certificationsBachelor's degree, often with finance/economics focus
Work EnvironmentTrading floors, financial institutionsResearch firms, financial institutions, trading desks
Employer & Industry UsageTrading companies, banks, energy firmsResearch firms, banks, commodity companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Junior Commodity Traders focus on executing trades and supporting trading activities, while Commodity Analysts analyze market data and provide insights. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are integral to commodity markets, but traders are more involved in execution, whereas analysts focus on research and analysis.

What is a Junior Commodity Trader?

A Junior Commodity Trader is an entry-level professional who assists in buying and selling physical goods such as oil, metals, grains, or other raw materials on behalf of a company or clients. They typically support senior traders by analyzing market trends, monitoring prices, managing trade documentation, and learning strategies for risk management. Junior Commodity Traders often start by handling administrative tasks and gradually take on more responsibility as they gain experience in the fast-paced trading environment.
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Infographic showing various Junior Commodity Trading job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,316 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Junior Power & Gas Analyst

Engelhart

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

About Us
Engelhart was founded in 2013 by BTG Pactual Group as a commodities trading company. Our business model is "asset light" and highly diversified - giving us the ability to adapt effectively and nimbly to changing market conditions. We have assembled successful multidisciplinary teams, leveraging advanced fundamental analysis with deep quantitative and weather research capabilities. Our activities are underpinned by strong risk management practices and by powerful technology and operational excellence. We have exceptional teams with diverse global backgrounds and decades of experience, and are driven by a highly collaborative culture, across products and competencies.
In 2024, Engelhart acquired Trailstone, a global energy trading and technology company. The acquisition provides us with new expertise, analytics and proprietary technology which is being used to provide risk management and optimisation services to help maximise the value of our clients' renewable power. The acquisition also expanded Engelhart's capabilities into physical natural gas across North America, a critical fuel to support the energy transition.
Our talented and experienced individuals work together according to its four company values: Performance, Agility, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship.
About the Role
Engelhart is seeking a highly motivated Junior Power & Gas Analyst to join our North America Power & Gas Research team in Houston. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to develop a career in energy markets and gain direct exposure to commercial decision-making within a fast-paced trading environment.
Working closely with traders, originators, risk managers, and analysts, you will support the day-to-day activities of the trading desk through market analysis, data management, reporting, and operational support. You will help transform large volumes of market and fundamental data into actionable insights that support trading and risk management decisions across North American power and natural gas markets.
You will work across a range of analytical activities, helping the desk evaluate market opportunities, understand supply and demand dynamics, and monitor key drivers of price formation and risk.
This will be a full-time role, owning the following responsibilities:
  • Supporting traders and analysts with market research, data analysis, and reporting. Taking initiative to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities through quantitative and qualitative analysis.
  • Contributing to both power and natural gas analytics, including the monitoring of market fundamentals, pricing relationships, infrastructure constraints, and trading performance.
  • Actively monitoring market fundamentals, including supply, demand, weather, storage, pipeline flows, regulatory developments, and other factors influencing North American energy markets.
  • Proactively collecting, validating, and maintaining market data from multiple internal and external sources.
  • Producing regular market commentary, analytical reports, and trading desk presentations.
  • Assisting in the development and maintenance of analytical models, dashboards, and tools.

About You
This person will be intellectually curious, analytical, and eager to learn about commodity markets. This role will best suit an individual who enjoys solving complex real-time problems, working with data, and collaborating with others to deliver tangible high-quality outcomes.
As a result, we view the following education, experiences and skills are essential for application:
  • A Master's degree in a Quantitative, Economic, Mathematical, Statistics, Engineering or Data Science field.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
  • The ability to efficiently analyze large quantities of information and data from multiple sources.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities, with a structured approach to problem-solving.
  • A genuine interest in commodities markets, energy trading, and market fundamentals.
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A proactive mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks and deliver results.

In addition, the following points are not required, but highly desirable for this role:
  • Previous internship, work experience, or exposure to energy markets, trading, or risk management, whether in a professional or hobby capacity.
  • Experience working with data analysis, programming, or visualization tools such as Python, SQL, Excel, Power BI, or similar technologies.
  • Knowledge of North American power and natural gas markets.

What we offer
  • Competitive compensation and participation in Engelhart's discretionary bonus plan.
  • 20 days of annual holiday entitlement, excluding US public holidays (NYSE).
  • Robust benefits package such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401(k) match, and supplemental benefits partially subsidized by the Company.
  • Eligibility to receive external and internal training in accordance with our Training & Development Policy.

We believe in inclusivity and are therefore dedicated to ensuring all employees - across gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, life experience, background and more - feel welcome and included in the company. We promote diversity because we believe it is essential to our ability to think holistically.

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