Summer Internship - Finance & Risk - Singapore (2027)

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Entity: Supply, Trading & Shipping Job Family Group: Business Support Group, Finance Group, Supply & Trading Group Job Description: bp finance & risk summer internship programme (2027) About bp As a leading global energy company with a presence in 61 countries, bp’s purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. We are one of only a few companies that can deliver energy – at scale – to countries and millions of customers every day. With more than 100 years of experience, we bring together technology, innovation and deep expertise that keeps communities moving – and we’re still evolving. About early careers Early careers opportunities Your talent. Your skills. Your big ideas (and even bigger dreams). We know you have a lot to give. So we’ll make sure you get a lot in return. From next-level experiences to global impact. From inspiring teammates to exceptional support – we offer graduate and internship roles across multiple areas. Our internships Make an impact on cutting-edge projects. Help find solutions to complex challenges. Be part of a company that invests in you and your growth. You can do it all as an intern at bp. Our 12-week summer programme gives you the opportunity to build your technical knowledge, develop key skills and learn more about life at bp. You'll be part of one team throughout your internship, supported by a dedicated line manager and buddy. There’ll be opportunities to connect with other interns, take part in training and grow your network across the business. Internship projects could take place in the following areas: Commodity risk : Working in commodity risk means you must understand, control and constructively challenge trading activity and positions on a near real-time basis within supply, trading & shipping to ensure it is compliant and aligned with the intended trading strategy. Credit risk : The function provides independent risk oversight of counterparty risks inherent in trading activities, risk analytics and advice on deal structuring & risk mitigation to support the business. Quantitative tools & techniques are deployed to assess and measure credit risks. The team collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to deliver commercial goals. Interns can learn to perform risk quantification, analysis/review, monitoring & reporting and work on global projects. Commercial development (CD): We are a dynamic team that collaborates closely with the trading & origination organisation and support functions to enable value creation in supply, trading & shipping. We challenge the status quo, apply commercial acumen, and drive strategic initiatives to solve complex problems. Operational excellence : As part of the operational excellence team, you will help with managing, setting and promoting new and continuing improvement initiatives that are compliant with operational risk standards and internal control processes across supply, trading & shipping. About you ​ As a bp intern, you will have an interest and/or skill in delivering economic value back to a business, identifying solutions and strategies resulting in cost savings and a natural negotiation style. No matter where you work at bp, you’ll be valued, included and respected. We’ll provide you with on-going support and we’ll reward you for the great work you do. Over the course of the internship programme, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about our graduate programme as our summer internship is a primary pipeline for our 2028 finance & risk graduate programme. Even though good levels of numeracy are important, you won’t necessarily need a formal technical background. You’ll bring well-rounded life experience, and your strong academic results will be supported by some work experience, everything from customer service to industry experience is great! We know you’re early in your career – we don’t expect you to be an expert. To be eligible for the F&R internship programme you should: be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in any discipline which could range from Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Arts to STEM be a Singapore citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident with the rights to work in Singapore be in your penultimate year of study, graduating between December 2027 and July 2028 The summer internship programme will run from May till August 2027. Applications close on 25 September 2026. Please note the following when applying: You can only apply to 1 bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year – within this time, we will only process the first application you make, and you’ll be withdrawn from any subsequent applications. Please note that vacancies are filled on an ongoing basis after opening and we may close applications before any stated deadline. Therefore, we highly recommend you submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity of your choice. Travel Requirement No travel is expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is not available for remote working Skills: Adaptability, Authenticity, Communication, Continuous Learning, Courage, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Decision Making, Digital Fluency, Ethical judgement, Excellence, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Knowledge Sharing, Listening, Managing volatility, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Understanding Emotions, Writing skills . Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us . If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.