Markets - Commodities, Summer Analyst, Houston - US, 2026
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value role for entry-level candidates, offering significant exposure and networking opportunities, but with high competition.
- Structured internship with potential for full-time role
- Strong focus on commodities trading and risk management
- Opportunity for networking and skill development
- Targeted at undergraduate students with GPA > 3.3
Pros
- Structured internship program leading to full-time employment
- Opportunity to gain real-world experience in commodities trading
- Networking potential with senior professionals in the industry
Cons
- Highly competitive selection process (3.3 GPA minimum)
- Limited to pre-graduation candidates (no experienced professionals)
- May require extra effort to stand out among peers
Who it's for
Intern / Entry • On-site
Good fit
- Undergraduate students majoring in finance or economics
- Analytical thinkers eager to explore trading environments
- Individuals interested in building a career in commodities
Not recommended for
- Candidates without a strong academic background
- Experienced professionals seeking full-time roles
- Individuals uninterested in trading
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
You’re the brains behind our work.
Citi is looking for Summer Analysts to intern in the Commodities division in Houston, Texas. The Commodities business falls under Citi’s Markets division, and we are a top global Commodities bank. Our capabilities include trading and marketing commodities and commodity derivatives in power, natural gas, emissions, and crude oil and oil products.
Our Summer Analyst program is a highly competitive program that gives you the opportunity to work on teams that participate in risk management, marketing, origination, structured products, logistics or fundamental analysis. As a Summer Analyst, you will be placed on a desk within Commodities and work closely with salespeople or traders.
Summer Analysts participate in a comprehensive training program. You will also be given exposure to both junior and senior level professionals throughout the course of your internship. The networks built through the Summer Analyst Program will continue to act as a resource throughout your career. Successful interns will be offered a full-time position in the Commodities Analyst Sales & Trading Program at Citi.
Your time here will look something like this.
You will work on your assigned desk performing a variety of functions, adding more value as you develop. Analysts will spend the summer in one of the following: risk management, marketing, origination, structured products, logistics or fundamentals.
Who we think will be a great fit...
Creative in solving problems
Intellectually curious about markets
Skilled at quantitative reasoning
Skilled at programming
Hard-working and diligent
Enthusiastic
Quick-thinking
Able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
Articulate in oral and written communication
Cooperative; focused on achieving the group and client objectives
Detail-oriented
We want to hear from you if…
You are obtaining a Bachelor’s or Master’s (graduating in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027)
You are excited to work in our Houston office
We will consider applicants with a 3.3 GPA or above from a variety of universities
Programming and statistics skills are strongly encouraged
We encourage you to apply if...
You are interested in Markets, and you’re determined to succeed in the field. As industries all over the globe continue to restructure and grow, we are hiring professionals who have a global perspective on the markets and want to make an impact. We value diversity and so do you. We’ll be looking for talented people from a variety of universities.
Salary: $110,000
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Job Family Group:
Institutional Trading------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:
Trading------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:
Full time------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location:
Houston Texas United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$80,000.00 - $115,000.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Other Relevant Skills
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Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Oct 27, 2025------------------------------------------------------
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