As a summer intern at Equinor you will be a part of an energy company searching for better, our success hinges on the people who share that passion. The work we do supplies millions of people across the world with energy every day. And as we face the greatest challenge of our lifetime, our ambition is to be a leading company in the world’s energy transition. Join us in the search for better.
Our summer internship is a 7-weeks programme designed to provide the experience and skills you need in your studies and future career. Our UK internship will begin on 23 June and ends on 8 August 2025.
The position
Manufacturing, Marketing and Processing (MMP) is a commercial area responsible for maximizing the value creation of Equinor’s production worldwide. MMP is responsible for global market analysis, marketing and trading of crude, petroleum products, natural gas and electricity as well as developing low carbon solutions (including hydrogen and carbon capture and storage). MMP is also responsible for transportation and infrastructure positions to ensure Equinor’s production reaches the market in an efficient manner.
As part of MMP, we are close to 1,000 employees with key roles as Traders, Marketers, Originators, Macro, Market and Risk Analysts, Commercial and Shipping Operators, Charterers, Contract managers and Deal handlers, Asset managers, Project leaders and various other roles covering digitalization and improvement initiatives.
Our summer interns will work on multiple tasks throughout the business. Work tasks may vary according to your competence profile, assignment, and business needs. Typical assignments under MMP are within:
- Commodity market analysis: energy markets, macroeconomics, market analysis, policy and regulations, crude oil evaluation, market modelling.
- Trading and Marketing: support of business development in commodity markets, chartering and risk management, algorithmic trading, developing, and validating quantitative models for valuation and risk assessment.
- Projects developing low carbon solutions.
- Energy logistics: support of commercial operations, commercial contracts management, claims and deal handing.
About you
For this position we are looking for those with:
- Currently studying for Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a strong academic record within Economics, Engineering, Finance, Shipping, Trading, Logistics, Business, Industrial Economics, Innovation, Mathematics, Statistics, Market Risk Management/Risk Analysis, Physics, Naval architecture, Marine Technology, Offshore Technology, Technology Management, Maritime Law, Project Management/ Engineering, Political Science, Energy Management, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Sustainability and related disciplines.
- Fluent in English.
- No more than three years of relevant full-time work experience.
- Have completed at least two years of higher education before the internship programme starts (23 June 2025).
- Have at least one year of higher education left after the internship programme ends (8 August 2025).
- The interns need to be located in the country where the internship takes place during its entire duration. Equinor does not support any relocation for our summer interns.
- Please note that Equinor does not support, or sponsor work or visa permits for internship applications. Candidates must have the necessary work permit/visa for the UK. The work permits/visas must be valid at the point of application and for the duration of the internship. Please see more information on work permits/ visas on the UK government website: The United Kingdom
- Extracurricular activities and/or voluntary work are an advantage.
Some of the qualities and characteristics we look for include:
- An awareness of risk and a commitment to safety for yourself and those around you.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to facilitate collaboration, influence stakeholders, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Motivation to be a key contributor in the energy transition. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to solve complex problems with creativity and innovation, in order to deliver on strategy.
- Is curious and strives to learn, develop, and grow their skills and competencies as their environment changes. Take ownership of and seek out learning opportunities and constructive feedback.
- You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous, and caring.
General information
Please make sure that when applying, you attach the following:
- CV/ resume in English
- Transcripts of records (or other documents describing subjects and grades) obtained to this point during your studies. If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript.
Applications submitted without these attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated.
To ensure an efficient recruitment process, please be informed that you may apply for a maximum of 3 Summer Internship roles per country.
Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Furthermore, background checks are performed on all final candidates.
