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Intern - Commodity Trade Desk

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Omaha

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant bachelor’s, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office. Must be available May 2025, in-office.
  • You will interact with customers, assist with order processing, handle client requests, maintain organization, and ensure regular attendance while supporting team collaboration.

Requirements

  • Accounting, Agribusiness, Business, Economics, or Finance majors preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to deal with a variety of people comfortably and pleasantly
  • Strong customer skills
  • Ability to correctly make decisions involving client issues/problems including when to escalate the problem to a more senior consultant
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Ability to share knowledge and work in a strong team-oriented environment
  • Certification for Series 3 license may be obtained with this role
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information with tact and discretion
  • Sound verbal/written communication abilities
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Sense of urgency
  • Honesty, curiosity, and tenacity
  • Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to detail
  • The confidence to fail
  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant program and graduating between December 2025 and August 2026 (entering penultimate year of university)
  • Available for a May 2025 start date for an 8 – 10-week program
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (preferably Excel)
  • Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer
  • In-office

Responsibilities

  • Daily customer interaction regarding order placement, execution, and fills
  • Assists with answering phones, filling order tickets, checking daily trades and afternoon prelims
  • Filing duties
  • Maintains a satisfied level of customer service with clients both internal and external
  • Handles client requests through responsiveness, follow-up, and escalation to a more senior team member if necessary
  • Works proactively with other team members
  • Maintains prompt and regular attendance
  • This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Commodity Trade Desk intern position?

The primary focus of the Commodity Trade Desk intern position is to provide daily customer interaction regarding order placement, execution, and fills, while maintaining a high level of customer service for both internal and external clients.

What qualifications are preferred for applicants?

Applicants are preferred to be majoring in Accounting, Agribusiness, Business, Economics, or Finance.

What responsibilities will interns have during their time at StoneX?

Interns will assist with customer interactions, answer phones, fill order tickets, check daily trades, handle client requests, maintain customer satisfaction, and work proactively with team members.

Is the position paid?

Yes, all interns are compensated at a competitive rate.

What kind of training can interns expect?

Interns can expect virtual and in-person training to help them onboard and connect with the company globally.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is an 8 to 10-week program starting in May 2025.

Are there networking opportunities available during the internship?

Yes, the internship program includes socials and networking events planned at various points, allowing interns to acclimate to the company and the city.

What skills are necessary for this internship?

Strong interpersonal skills, customer service abilities, organizational skills, decision-making capabilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office (preferably Excel) are necessary for this internship.

Do interns have access to senior leaders?

Yes, senior leaders are involved in the internship program, delivering trainings, presenting on firm business, and attending socials.

Are interns able to obtain any licenses during this internship?

Yes, interns may obtain certification for the Series 3 license with this role.

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Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1924
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Stonex is a global provider of precision surveying instruments and geospatial solutions. They offer a wide range of high-precision products, including GNSS receivers, total stations, 3D laser scanners, and software for surveying, mapping, and geospatial data collection. Stonex's ultimate mission is to enable accurate and efficient data acquisition and geospatial information management for professionals in industries like land surveying, construction, engineering, and agriculture. Their purpose is to empower their customers with cutting-edge technology and reliable solutions that enhance productivity, accuracy, and decision-making processes. By combining innovation, performance, and user-friendly design, Stonex aims to be a trusted partner for surveyors and geospatial experts, helping them overcome challenges, improve efficiency, and create value through precise and reliable geospatial data.