About the Role
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Early-career opportunities
We offer world-class early career opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to build a long-term future in the dynamic world of commodities and supply chain management. Our programmes provide hands-on experience, real responsibility from day one and the chance to learn from industry leaders, giving you the tools to grow quickly and shape the future of this fast-moving sector.
Graduate Programmes
Apprenticeship Programme
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Trafigura’s Three Graduate Programmes
Trafigura’s three distinct graduate programmes are designed to nurture future talent across commercial, middle office and technical roles. Each of our programmes are tailored to align with specific skills and career aspirations, offering clear pathways to long-term success at the company.
Through structured rotations, graduates gain exposure to different business functions and global markets, working alongside experienced teams to develop the expertise needed to thrive in the fast-moving commodities sector.
From day one, you’ll take on real responsibilities in a dynamic, high-impact environment, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to the decisions that drive our business forward.
Ready to launch your career in commodities?
Commercial Programme
Designed for individuals with the ambition to become the next generation of traders, this two-year programme offers immersive exposure to global markets and our diverse commodity portfolio. It equips high-potential talent with the skills and experience needed to progress towards junior trading roles.
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Development Programme
Created to develop tomorrow’s leaders within the key pillars of our business, this two-year programme develops expertise in key Middle Office functions such as Operations, Deals Desk and Trade Finance.
Graduates are provided with the skills to master a long-term and fulfilling role in supply chain logistics, risk management or financing, the core functions that enable global commodity flows and support every aspect of our business.
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Technical Programme
Built for curious innovators, this programme gives exceptional talent the opportunity to apply their technical skills to develop transformative solutions to shape how our business operates in a fast-moving world. Graduates will complete rotations in Trading IT, Data Science and Engineering or Research Analysis, working on high impact projects at the intersection of technology and commodity trading.
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“Our Graduate Programmes are more than a first step, they're the foundation for a long-term and fulfilling career at Trafigura, offering unparalleled opportunities to grow, learn and make an impact.”
Emma Stroud
Chief Operating Officer | 2009 Graduate Intake
Our Graduate Programme locations
Geneva
Singapore
Calgary
Houston
Montevideo
Shanghai
Geneva
Nestled near the Alps on Switzerland's western border with France, Geneva is situated at the southern tip of one of the largest lakes in Europe with easy access to multiple ski resorts.
The city is recognised as a global hub for international diplomacy and banking and is admired for its cosmopolitan and multicultural feel. Our Geneva office is one of our largest global offices, with all our commercial teams and key functions represented.
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OUR PEOPLE
Meet our people
Get to know some of our graduates connecting vital resources across our global offices
Calgary, Canada
Houston, US
Montevideo, Uruguay
“One news event can shift trading strategy, requiring quick thinking and innovative solutions—skills Trafigura excels at.”
Ezeoha Santiago
Graduate – Calgary, Canada
1 Mar 2018
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Commodities Demystified: A guide to trading and the global supply chain - second edition
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