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2026 University New Hire - Commercial

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Nov 2025

About the role

JOIN US AND START YOUR CAREER WITH ENERGY.

Phillips 66 is dedicated to helping University New Hires make a smooth transition into the professional world, through specific programs designed to give you the tools you need to successfully launch your career. Get more information at careers.phillips66.com.

As Phillips 66’s market-facing business, the Global Commercial Organization focuses on maximizing general interest profitability by sourcing advantaged feedstocks to our refineries, and asset optimization through our global market presence.

Our highly dynamic, collaborative, high-performing team is headquartered in Houston, Texas and has offices located worldwide in Calgary, London, and Singapore. Global market presence affords Phillips 66 24-hour market access allowing us to fulfill our mission of providing energy and improving lives to our communities through crude oil, refined products, renewable fuels, power, and natural gas.

With a global trading team focused on maximizing profitability across the Phillips 66 value chain by managing strategic commodity transactions and agile response to the market, Commercial colleagues work together globally to optimize assets and improve performance by gathering market intelligence, managing risk, developing external relationships, and creating innovative supply chain solutions. Supported by our integrated marine and surface transportation and logistics teams, our global organization capitalizes on market opportunities, enhancing returns for Phillips 66.

Example roles include market analyst, trading desk position analyst, logistics coordinator, marine operations and chartering, scheduler, business development and origination, and commodity trader.

Commercial University New Hires will join the Phillips 66 Trader Development Program following an onboarding to Phillips 66 as part of the KATALYST program.

The Phillips 66 Trader Development Program is a competitive, learning journey designed for individuals who aspire to build a trading career at Phillips 66. We are seeking strategic thinkers with a strong interest in global markets and energy. Candidates should be analytical with a desire to learn and perform under pressure. They should be team players with high level verbal and written communication skills. Members of the Trader Development Program will be given the opportunity to participate in structured training, formal mentorship and hands-on experience to set the stage for a successful career in energy trading

Members of the Phillips 66 Trader Development Program will participate in an on-boarding program, KATALYST. KATALYST is a premier industry-leading energy commodity supply and trading on-boarding program for market-savvy university hires joining various Phillips 66 business units including Commercial. As part of KATALYST, you will experience a brief but dynamic immersion to the Phillips 66 energy value chain while building relationships that will cultivate a fulfilling career. The KATALYST curriculum focuses on our key businesses and markets, and includes: off-site learnings, case studies, discussions and presentations with subject matter experts, focused analysis assignments, and networking opportunities with leaders.

Key candidate characteristics include, but not limited to:

Commodity Trading Focused
Analytical capability
Ambitious & driven
Business acumen
Values collaboration
Communication skills
Curious & inquisitive
Innovative thinking
Shared values
Passion for industry

Requirements for a Phillips 66 University New Hire:

Basic/Required:

Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Computer Science or a Master’s degree in Economics, Finance or MBA or equivalent field of study
Graduation date prior to December 31, 2025 or May 31, 2026
Available to work at Houston, TX headquarters

Preferred: