Back Office Summer Intern | Hartree Partners
Departments: Risk, Treasury, Credit, Operations or Accounting
Employment Type: Full-time, 8–10 weeks
Location: London (on-site)
About Hartree Partners
Hartree Partners is a leading global merchant commodities firm specialising in energy, commodities and associated industries. Jointly owned by senior management and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, LP, Hartree has over 28 years of experience in proprietary trading and principal investments. The firm employs over 4,600 individuals worldwide.
Overview
Hartree Partners’ Back Office internship offers exposure to the core operational, financial, and analytical functions that support global commodities trading. This structured internship is ideal for candidates interested in areas such as risk, finance, treasury, settlements, middle office operations, or process automation.
Interns will be matched to a specific team based on their academic background, interests, and where they can contribute most effectively. While preferences may be considered, interns cannot choose their team
Key Responsibilities
Depending on your placement, you may be involved in:
- Reporting, reconciliations, and data validation tasks
- Supporting margining, credit analysis, or cash management processes
- Developing dashboards or automation tools (Excel, Python, Power BI)
- Analysing financial statements or trade data
- Supporting continuous improvement or operational transformation initiatives
Required Qualifications
Candidates should meet the following criteria:
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Proficiency in Excel and comfort with data tools or reporting platforms
- Analytical thinking and interest in financial markets or operations
- Working toward a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Power BI, Python, or similar tools for data visualisation or automation
- Prior exposure to financial systems or operational workflows
- Knowledge of credit, risk, or treasury processes
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Hartree Partners is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and are not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Recruitment and employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. We will make reasonable adjustments for candidates and employees with disabilities.
Please note: If you have not heard from us by the end of May or mid-June at the latest, your application has unfortunately not been successful on this occasion
