Women in Trading Summer Internship Programme

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH

Location: Essen Germany

RWE Supply & Trading

Start date: 15th June 2026

Salary:1000/month

Application deadline: 20/11/2025

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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 Internshipis 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 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:
  • RWEs Womens 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

Were 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 youll 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

Well 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 Europes 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

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Apply before 20th 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 worlds energy markets. With headquarters in Essen Germany the tight-knit 2000-strong teams drawn from over 70 countries and operates Europes 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 theres 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 - youll experience a culture energised by trust passion and performance.