Please note that candidates are permitted to apply for only one bp Early Careers opportunity globally within a 180-day period. If multiple applications are submitted within this timeframe, only the first application received will be considered. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn from the selection process.
About bp
bp operates at the heart of the global energy system, helping countries meet their energy needs and serving millions of customers every day. With world-class assets, technology, trading capability and partnerships, we deliver energy at scale today while investing with discipline in the energy transition.
About the role
bp's intern program will provide you with an invaluable breadth of experience. The challenging internship will give you first-hand exposure to how our functional businesses support our supply and trading activities and will contribute to building your long-term career in the organization.
You can expect to develop a range of competencies and skills through on the job and classroom-based training. You will participate in a training plan that will ensure you develop your non-technical as well as technical skills. Importantly, leadership skills are focused on within your development as we are looking to build future leaders of the business. Professional qualifications are supported within Finance or Risk and there is the flexibility for you to influence what you study.
You can expect to undertake an internship within one of the following business areas:
Successful interns may be considered for a full-time role within our One Finance Program upon earning their degree.
One Finance – is our early careers program designed to create a pipeline of finance professionals who have potential to progress, have broad discipline experience, a transferable skills-set, and are ready to deliver the finance vision. Early careers will build their experience through challenging development assignments, grow a toolkit of transferable skills for the future, and have a dedicated network of support to help them succeed. Early careers joining One Finance program will follow one of these tracks: Core Finance, Procurement and Finance & Risk.
About bp's intern program
At bp, we love our interns! In addition to developing your technical capabilities within your given discipline, we ensure you enjoy your time with us and have a fun summer. You'll work on real world projects, learn about our industry and see how we're meeting the world's growing energy needs. You'll also pick up experience and skills that will launch you into a successful career.
Some of the wonderful things you'll experience as a bp intern are:
Project based roles for 12 weeks
Typically for students between their penultimate and final year in program
Assigned a buddy/mentor to help you transition into bp
Attend events consist of networking, lunch & learn, executive calls, webinars, and community service opportunities across locations
Comprehensive performance assessment process (goal setting, setting deliverables for projects, mid-term review, and final presentation)
Retirement savings opportunities
bp provided corporate housing with furnished apartments
Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Minimum Requirements for the Finance & Risk internship
Working toward Bachelor's degree
Graduating between December 2027 and May 2028
Current Cumulative GPA Minimum 3.0
Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions (bp will not support U.S. Immigration sponsorship for full-time or long-term employment)
Must be available to start 12-week internship on May 17, 2027 (will be required to pass all background and medical checks at least one week prior to start date)
Geographically mobile and willing to relocate to Houston, TX
Preferred Requirements
Demonstrated interest in the commodities markets.
Working knowledge of excel, Power BI, PowerPoint
Strong communication skills
High degree of curiosity
Basic understanding of financial controls and risk management
Students should be in the 3rd year of a four-year degree program or in the 4th year of a five-year program. Interns join us during the summer prior to their intended graduation year.
Internships are not available for students who have completed their degree or who will graduate prior to the conclusion of the internship
Travel Requirement: No travel is expected with this role
Relocation Assistance: This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, 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.
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