China-Base Resource Singapore Pte. Ltd. (“CBRS”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of China-Base Ningbo Group Co., Ltd. (“CBNB”) and serves as the Group’s Singapore-based international trading platform.
CBNB is an international, professional, digital and market-oriented enterprise supported by its Research Institute, which plays a key role in the Group’s strategic development. Through professional research and investment teams in China and overseas, the Group analyses global financial and commercial information, macroeconomic trends, industry developments and commodity supply-and-demand dynamics to identify business and investment opportunities. Its global data and information network also enables the Group to respond effectively to developments in international trade and changing market conditions.
Within this framework, CBRS conducts cross-border commodity trading and related supply chain coordination on a business-to-business wholesale basis. Through its various business units, CBRS trades in energy-related commodities, industrial raw materials, rubber, agricultural products and non-ferrous metals. The Company supports the Group’s international operations by coordinating with overseas suppliers, customers, trading counterparties, logistics providers and other professional service providers.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Energy Market Research Intern to support our Singapore team in analyzing fuel oil market fundamentals, tracking supply/demand dynamics, and delivering actionable insights for trading decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Monitoring: Track vessel movements, cargo flows, trade patterns, and supply-demand balances in the fuel oil sector.
- Data & Analysis: Collect, organize, and analyze market data using quantitative tools
- Research & Reporting: Conduct independent research and prepare market updates, charts, and ad-hoc thematic research.
- Commercial Support: Translate data trends into commercially relevant insights to support trading strategies and business planning.
Requirements
- Education: Currently pursuing a Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or related fields.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge in VBA, Python, SQL would be advantageous but not required
- Eligibility: Open to Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, or international students currently enrolled in approved local institutions with a valid Student Pass. (Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas for this internship role.)
- Languages: Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin Chinese (to liaise with regional stakeholders).
- Availability: Able to commit to at least 4 working days per week for 6 months.
- Prior experience on a commodities trading desk, analytics, individual projects would be advantageous.
What You Will Gain
• Direct exposure to international energy and commodities trading.
• Hands-on experience in vessel-flow monitoring and fuel oil analytics.
• Mentorship from experienced trading and research professionals.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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