Engelhart was founded in 2013 by BTG Pactual Group as a commodities trading company. Our business model is “asset light” and highly diversified – giving us the ability to adapt effectively and nimbly to changing market conditions. We have assembled successful multidisciplinary teams, leveraging advanced fundamental analysis with deep quantitative and weather research capabilities. Our activities are underpinned by strong risk management practices and by powerful technology and operational excellence. We have exceptional teams with diverse global backgrounds and decades of experience, and are driven by a highly collaborative culture, across products and competencies.
In 2024, Engelhart acquired Trailstone, a global energy trading and technology company. The acquisition provides us with new expertise, analytics and proprietary technology which is being used to provide risk management and optimisation services to help maximise the value of our clients’ renewable power. The acquisition also expanded Engelhart’s capabilities into physical natural gas across North America, a critical fuel to support the energy transition.
Our talented and experienced individuals work together according to its four company values: be bold, be collaborative, be proactive, be your best.
Commodities Trading Internship Programme
Four-Month Internship: 07 July – 06 November 2026
Houston (full-time, on site)
About the Internship
We are seeking a Weather Researcher intern to join our Houston office, where you'll apply advanced scientific techniques, machine learning, and deep learning techniques to impactful problems in commodities and energy markets.
You will develop and direct your research in collaboration with experienced quants, Power & Gas traders, and weather scientists, with the opportunity to see the impact of your ideas. This role is an exceptional opportunity for those with interest in commodities markets and eager to build domain expertise.
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be available to commence their four-month internship from July 07, 2026.
What You Can Expect
- Hands-on experience on a dedicated commodities Desk, with opportunities to make real impact and gain industry-ready skills.
- Close learning and mentorship from senior Front Office professionals, including direct exposure to Desk Heads.
- Growth opportunities within a dynamic, global organisation, supported by both a structured cohort programme and deep Desk integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with the trading desk to identify opportunities where data science tools can deliver value.
- Research and apply open-source deep learning and machine learning weather models to the real world, solving high-impact problems in power & gas trading.
- Clearly and effectively communicate your findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Work on projects relevant to the desk.
About You
You are a curious, driven individual with a strong research background and an interest in applying your skills in a practical, high-impact environment. You are looking for a collaborative culture that values experimentation over skepticism and provides the mentorship, autonomy, and support to grow.
- Master’s or pursuing a PhD in a quantitative or hard science discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics, Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences).
- Proven experience with deep learning and machine learning, particularly in developing or applying open-source weather models.
- Proficiency in Python coding skills; SQL and Excel knowledge is a plus.
- Business-level English proficiency.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- High attention to detail and confidence working with large datasets.
- A strong interest in commodities markets and weather research.
- Demonstrable experience in time-series data analysis.
- Previous exposure to commodities or trading environments is advantageous.
We believe in inclusivity and are therefore dedicated to ensuring all employees – across gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, life experience, background and more – feel welcome and included in the company. We promote diversity because we believe it is essential to our ability to think holistically.
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What We Do
Engelhart is a global commodities trading company built for today's markets and the transitions shaping tomorrow. We trade across the full commodities complex, from energy and renewables to agriculture, metals, freight, and carbon. Our role is to connect markets, manage risk, and uncover value where others see volatility. What sets us apart is how we bring it together: • Deep market expertise across physical and financial products • Quantitative and data-led insight that strengthens decision-making • A culture that values collaboration, speed, and independent thinking Founded in 2013 as part of BTG Pactual Group, Engelhart operates with a strong balance sheet and a global footprint. Our teams combine technical depth with commercial instinct: delivering liquidity, price discovery, and stability to the world’s most dynamic markets. We don’t just trade what exists today. We help shape what comes next. Engelhart Where the future trades
