Job Description Summary: As a Commodity Analyst Intern for Green Plains Inc. you will be placed in the heart of the action and be exposed to multiple facets of the company. The intern team will research, develop, and present a summer project to the executive staff at the close of the summer internship. Green Plains Inc. offers an outstanding opportunity to network and learn from experienced and highly successful individuals in the industry.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Attend daily morning meetings with trade floor members and executive team to discuss the company’s position in the markets Prepare numerous reports including, but not limited to: corn and feed contracts, market drivers, position summaries, margin evaluations, etc. Research and analyze market supply and demand trends using data and insights from company meetingsCollaborate with current employees to enhance analytical skills and gain a deeper understanding of the markets and industry. Assist in physical commodity logistics, including scheduling and freight analysis Perform extensive research for group projects and create executive level presentations Assist in other duties as needed and directedQualifications:
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, with preference given to majors in Business Administration, Agriculture, or Agribusiness Sophomore standing or above, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 Experience or knowledge in the grain/agriculture industry preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills Must be technically capable of using a personal computer and a range of software applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with urgency and within deadlines Strong organizational skills for multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads Ability to maintain positive, professional relationships, internally and externally Demonstrated business acumen and leadership qualities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Valid driver’s license required.Green Plains Inc. offers competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching. All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Company Description
Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients. This includes the production of cleaner low carbon biofuels, renewable feedstocks for advanced biofuels and high purity alcohols for use in cleaners and disinfectants. Green Plains is an innovative producer of Ultra-High Protein and novel ingredients for animal and aquaculture diets to help satisfy a growing global appetite for sustainable protein. The Company also owns a 48