Women in Trading Summer Internship Programme - Inklusiver Job

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH Location: Essen, Germany RWE Supply & Trading Start date: 18th June 2026 Salary: €1,000/month Application deadline: 24/11/2025 From here, choose a whole world of experience Looking to gain experience at a leading European energy trading house with real growth potential? Want to work alongside industry experts, building experience and skills that will help you flourish in your early career? Our \’Women in Trading\‘ Summer Internship is offering a unique opportunity to female students in their penultimate year of studies to join us for a 3 month summer internship from mid June – September and take their crucial first steps into the exciting world of commodity trading. We recognise the under-representation of females within the energy sector and are committed to improving diversity. We also believe this will help bring diversity of thought, and help us adapt to the transforming landscape of opportunities and challenges, from digitalisation to decarbonisation. Our programme is designed to provide an authentic insight into a trading career at RWE Supply & Trading. It combines experiential learning of the commodity trading world, with exposure to our front office teams, giving participants tangible commercial and operational exposure – not just theory. The placement also focuses on empowerment through development, mentorship as well as a supportive culture, and aims to inspire by showcasing the talented women within our commercial business. Alongside practical experience and skills-building, our interactive sessions will help you develop confidence in a professional environment and allow you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to the workplace. In addition, you will also receive guidance and support from both a mentor and a buddy to help you navigate the trading environment. About the role From day one, you can expect to: Develop a deep understanding of energy markets, from the fundamentals that drive supply and demand to the strategies and technologies shaping modern trading. Apply statistical models to design and develop trading strategies and algorithms tailored to energy markets. Harness big data technologies to analyse supply, demand, and market fundamentals, identifying trading opportunities across power, gas, and carbon. Turn data into decisions by combining rigorous quantitative analysis with cutting-edge technology to deliver models that perform with speed, precision, and impact in fast-moving energy markets. Gain exposure to a variety of trading and analyst desks, experiencing the dynamics of global energy markets first-hand You will also: Explore our company and culture, and build your professional network by gaining access to supportive and diverse networks such as: RWE\’s Women\’s Network \’Meet and Greet\‘ with female desk heads and board members Career stories from talented women across RWEST Gain a glimpse into our Graduate Development Journey through innovative tools and empowering workshops designed to nurture your skills, confidence, and help you with success in your early career journey from day one and beyond. Job requirements We\’re looking for female students who are in the penultimate year of a highly analytical, numerical or business-focused subject (such as but not limited to Maths, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Statistics, Physical Geography or Economics) and who are ideally on course to achieve a 2:1 or above. What you must have is: • Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek out development opportunities within a supportive team • Excellent communication skills (English is essential, German is also desirable) • IT proficiency • A desire to work collaboratively with a curious approach, challenging yourself to find new solutions • Motivated to take on new challenges, whether operating independently or in a team • Commercial aptitude and entrepreneurial skills • Analytical mind and the ability to learn quickly Please note that eligibility for this placement requires you to be available to commence on 15th June 2026 and remain available for the full placement period until 11th September 2026. You will accrue annual leave during the placement, which you are able to take with prior agreement. Already graduated? Why not consider applying for our Commercial Graduate Programme! From here, you\’ll have a community of support At RWEST we have an energy to be inclusive and believe diversity drives success. Reaching your full potential means being able to bring your whole self to work and being respected for the different opinions, strengths and experiences you bring. Your Benefits We\’ll do everything we can to help you fulfil your potential with us. We offer a wide variety of initiatives to support you in and out of work, including: • Competitive salary • 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rated for the 12 weeks) • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing you with immediate and confidential help for any work, health, or life matters • Access to a modern office with Europe\’s largest energy trading floor and state-of-the-art IT • Open and diverse company culture with various clubs and societies – join any of our employee networks for social interaction (including Diversity Ambassador Programme) • Flexible benefits, including discounts at shops From here, you have a choice to make Keen to discover more? Why not meet TeamRWE where you can get to know some of our colleagues better through videos, testimonials, interviews, and podcasts. Find out more on https://www.rwe.com/en/rwe-careers-portal or by looking for us on LinkedIn and Instagram. We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of sex, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. inclusionmatters As an inclusive employer, we want to support you to perform at your best at each stage of our recruitment process and can make adjustments to ensure this. If you\’d like to request any adjustments or know how we can support you better, please contact us confidentially at [email protected] . Any questions? [email protected] or Kate Greening-Poade, T: 44 7795932505 Apply before 24th November 2025 with just a few clicks: 90778 Please upload your CV and cover letter in English and as one document. Also, please include your recent university and A-Level (or equivalent) grades. About us RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world\’s energy markets. With headquarters in Essen, Germany, the tight-knit 2,000-strong team\’s drawn from over 70 countries, and operates Europe\’s largest and most advanced energy trading floor – trading a mix of electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. They commercially optimise our power plants\‘ dispatch and take care of the renewables electricity sales, too. Tech-led and customer-focused, the teams agile mindset helps them respond and adapt intelligently to work that never stands still. Each day, there\’s a chance to grow as you create the financial foundations to invest in our green future. From well-established graduate programmes to success-related recognition – you\’ll experience a culture energised by trust, passion and performance. 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