Commodity Associate Program - Price Reporting (Early Careers) Job at S&P Global

Overview

S&P Global Commodity Insights is seeking candidates for the Commodity Associate Program (CAP) who will be trained on how to gather and analyze pricing information for selected commodities in preparation for placement on a team as a commodity price reporter. We are hiring for two cohorts — January 2026 and June 2026. Location: Houston, TX (relocation not provided, Hybrid). Grade Level (for internal use): 09. The role offers exposure to Oil, Power, Natural Gas, LNG, Coal, Petrochemicals, Metals, Agriculture, Shipping and renewable energy markets.

The Team: Our team is global, and you are considered a specialist in the market(s) you will be working in. You will write insightful market commentaries that demonstrate Commodity Insights’ thought leadership across global commodity markets and help customers anticipate market-moving events. Associates will generate price assessments and content (market commentary and news pieces) that power our prices, and will gather data and market intelligence to support the assessment and reporting process.

Responsibilities

• Assess markets: evaluate the value of a commodity or set of commodities in line with the methodology; communicate with market participants throughout the day; apply rigorous mathematics and Excel analysis.
• Write high-quality market commentaries with a clear rationale behind price movements for subscribers.
• Report news and analysis to help subscribers understand market issues, including supply/demand, government data, regulations, trader movement, price trends, geo-politics, and related topics.
• Engage with the industry: identify and maintain market sources to ensure first-hand knowledge of developments and communication channels.
• Gather data and conduct analysis on the price assessment and reporting process.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree by December 2025 or May 2026.
• Degrees in Journalism, Communication, Economics preferred; candidates from all majors welcome.
• Previous experience or strong interest in commodity markets is desirable.
• Proficiency in English required; knowledge of Spanish/Portuguese is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong numerical and statistical aptitude; understanding of economic principles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Office suite.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

What’s In It For You

• People First culture with flexible downtime, work-from-home options, career coaching, wellness stipend, volunteering days, and diversity initiatives.
• 8-month rotational program with three weeks initial training, two three-month rotations in different commodity sectors, an additional training week between rotations, and final placements after successful completion.
• Exposure to multiple market sectors and topics, including supply and demand, infrastructure, geo-political issues, transportation, and regulation.
• Training in price reporting and producing price assessments and content (market commentary and news pieces).

About S&P Global Commodity Insights

We provide comprehensive views of global energy and commodity markets to help customers make informed decisions. We connect thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions across oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping. S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI).

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Flexible downtime and generous time off; work-life balance.
• Continuous learning resources and professional development support.
• Competitive pay, retirement planning, continuing education, and financial wellness programs.
• Family-friendly perks and other employee discounts and incentives.

For more information on benefits by country, visit https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com.

US Candidates Only: EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency provisions apply. See the posting for details.