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Commercial and CX Graduate Program - September 2025 (German Speaking)

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S&P Global

17d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Product
  • Frankfurt
  • 7d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be fluent in English and German, have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, interest in commodity markets, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Right to work in Germany is required.
  • You will assist clients with data navigation, collaborate with teams on queries, deliver training, conduct market research, support sales, develop templates, create marketing materials, and engage in special projects.

Requirements

  • Fluency in English and German is required, other European languages would be desirable.
  • Fully matriculated students maintaining a BSc or BA degree, or equivalent. Postgraduates and/or Master’s degree also acceptable.
  • All degrees welcome: concentration in Commercial, Marketing, Communications, Languages, Geography, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or energy-commodity related disciplines preferred.
  • Strong communication (good verbal skills, listening techniques, and a clear, concise writing style) and the role will involve speaking to our diverse clients.
  • Familiarity with or strong interest in learning about commodity markets.
  • Able to learn quickly, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Understand importance of building strong relationships and partnering with team members.
  • Problem-solving, time-management, attention to detail & organizational abilities to work efficiently with clients.
  • Intellectually curious; the ability to learn quickly.
  • Some knowledge of social media and web technologies (e.g. HTML).
  • Significant comfort level with suite of Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint Excel).
  • You must have the right to work in Germany through German citizenship or visa.

Responsibilities

  • Help clients understand how to navigate and extract useful data from the S&P Global Commodity Insights product range.
  • Liaise with the content, commercial and technical teams to address any client queries and ensure our data is maintained to the highest standards.
  • Proactively reaching out to clients for face-to-face/ virtual training (this will apply towards the later stages of development once fully fluent and certified on the product range).
  • Conduct research about important issues at the forefront of energy and commodity markets and present this to colleagues.
  • Support sales teams with research and proposals.
  • Build account overviews and plans to support strategic sales teams.
  • Design data-driven templates for clients.
  • Create marketing materials for Commercial and CX culture initiatives and future graduate cohorts.
  • Getting involved in special project initiatives that were determined necessary by management.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for the Commercial and CX Graduate Program?

The application deadline for the Commercial and CX Graduate Program is March 23, 2025.

Where will the initial onboarding take place?

The initial onboarding will take place in our London office over a period of 5 weeks.

What is the duration of the graduate program?

The graduate program lasts for 18 months, which includes various rotations in commercial, channel management, and marketing functions.

Is fluency in German required for this position?

Yes, fluency in both English and German is required for this position.

What types of career paths are available after completing the program?

Career paths after completing the program include Regional and Strategic Sales, Specialist Sales, and Client Success.

Will I have the opportunity to present to senior management?

Yes, within weeks of starting the program, you will have the opportunity to present topics to senior management and receive constructive feedback.

What type of educational background is preferred for applicants?

All degrees are welcome, but concentrations in Commercial, Marketing, Communications, Languages, Geography, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or energy-commodity related disciplines are preferred.

Are there any specific skills or knowledge that are emphasized for this role?

Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, learning agility, and familiarity with commodity markets are emphasized for this role.

Is prior experience in the energy or commodities sector required?

No prior experience is required, but a strong interest in learning about commodity markets is expected.

What benefits does S&P Global offer for employees?

S&P Global offers health care coverage, generous time off, continuous learning resources, retirement planning, family-friendly perks, and various additional benefits.

Is there support for continued education or skill development?

Yes, S&P Global provides access to resources for continuous learning and skill development.

Can I apply if I do not have German citizenship?

You must have the right to work in Germany, either through German citizenship or a valid visa.

Will there be opportunities for client interaction during the program?

Yes, the program will involve client interaction, including providing solutions, training, and support.

Are remote or hybrid work options available during the program?

Yes, while there may be in-person elements, remote work options may be available in a hybrid format, depending on the stage of the program and specific responsibilities.

What is the company culture like at S&P Global?

S&P Global promotes a diverse, energetic, and collaborative culture focused on integrity, discovery, and partnership, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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Mission & Purpose

S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) provides essential intelligence. We enable governments, businesses and individuals with the right data, expertise and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through sustainability and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges and accelerate progress for the world. We are widely sought after by many of the world’s leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world’s leading organizations plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com. Our divisions include: – S&P Global Market Intelligence partners with customers to broaden their perspective and operate with confidence by bringing them leading data sources and technologies that embed insight in their daily work. – S&P Global Ratings offers critical insights for credit, risk and sustainable finance solutions that are essential to translating complexity into clarity, so market participants can uncover opportunities. – S&P Global Commodity Insights enables organizations to create long-term, sustainable value with data and insights for a complete view on the global energy and commodities markets. – S&P Global Mobility turns invaluable insights captured from automotive data to help our clients understand today’s market, reach more customers, and shape the future of automotive mobility. – S&P Dow Jones Indices provides iconic and innovative index solutions, bringing transparency to global capital markets. – S&P Global Engineering Solutions solves for tomorrow’s challenges today by transforming workflows and end-user experiences with data, insights and technology.