Intern - Copper Operations

About the role

A large producer and marketer of commodities is looking for motivated candidates to join its operations department in Beijing, China, as part of a global multicultural team. The internship covers trade contract execution, data entry and reporting, and liaison with agents on logistics and warehousing.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in executing trade contracts with clients.
• Handle daily system data entry and report summarization.
• Liaise with agents to handle logistics and warehousing matters.
• Collaborate with team members and other internal support departments to complete execution work.
• Communicate and coordinate with the company's headquarters in Switzerland.
• Support ad-hoc operations projects and initiatives as needed.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing a degree or a completed degree in international trade, economics and finance, business or mining.
• Effective communication skills in both Chinese and English.
• Good team spirit, a sense of responsibility and goal-oriented approach.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage multiple tasks and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Detail-focused, process-oriented, with good time management and organisational skills.
• Internship of at least three months, at least three working days per week.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), including Pivot Tables for data analysis.
• Advanced data analysis and processing skills are preferred.

What we offer

• Detailed-oriented, practical knowledge of commercial aspects of the metals industry.
• Exposure to the operations environment.
• Mentorship and learning opportunities from sustainability professionals.
• A multicultural and international work environment.