IT Intern - Trading Systems

What role will you play in our team

The Trading IT Intern will support applications used by the Global Gas & Power Marketing business. The team is responsible for Energy Trading & Risk Management (ETRM) platforms, including Allegro Horizon, along with several internally developed systems and integrations.

This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in enterprise application support, software development, system integrations, cloud technologies, and Agile delivery practices. The intern will work closely with analysts, developers, and business users while contributing to both support and project activities.

Key Responsibilities

Application Support

• Assist with day-to-day support of trading and risk management applications.
• Investigate and troubleshoot application and data issues.
• Support incident resolution and root cause analysis activities.
• Monitor interfaces and batch processes.
• Help maintain technical documentation and knowledge articles.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Development & Enhancements

• Assist in developing and maintaining applications, interfaces, and middleware components.
• Support enhancements to existing systems based on business requirements.
• Participate in testing, validation, and deployment activities.
• Perform data analysis and assist in implementing fixes and minor enhancements.
• Support integrations between ETRM applications and enterprise systems.

Project Work

• Participate in application upgrade and enhancement projects.
• Assist with requirements gathering and technical design activities.
• Support development, testing, and transition to production support.
• Collaborate with global teams on technology initiatives.

Preferred Skills

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of C# and.NET development
• Basic understanding of SQL and relational databases
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server concepts (queries, joins, stored procedures)
• Understanding of object-oriented programming principles
• Exposure to APIs, system integrations, or middleware concepts
• Familiarity with Git or source control tools
• Basic understanding of Windows environments
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS is a plus
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Customer-focused mindset
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Adaptability to changing priorities
• Proactive approach
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

What You Will Learn

• Energy Trading & Risk Management (ETRM) systems
• Enterprise application support processes
• Software development using C# and.NET
• Database development and SQL Server
• System integrations and middleware technologies
• Agile software delivery practices
• Incident management and troubleshooting
• Working within a global Trading IT organization

About us

For well over a century, ExxonMobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. And when it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, ExxonMobil is truly the leader.

We don't stop at "good enough." We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs.

Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.

Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.

Our Culture

We are uniquely ExxonMobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage, these core values determine how we work every day. At ExxonMobil, our values aren't just words— they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.