Who we are
Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that advance everyday life.
With over 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 30 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of offices.
Industrial Placement and Graduate Opportunities:
We are seeking motivated students and graduates in Nautical Science, and related maritime disciplines with some seagoing experience, who are interested in developing a shore-based career within the international shipping and energy commodity logistics industry, primarily in the Oil and Gas sector.
The programme will provide exposure to key areas of shipping, marine assurance, and operations, including:
- Marine assurance, vessel vetting, and cargo assurance, and safety management.
- Shipping compliance safety management and industry best practice.
- Vessel inspections, incident analysis. risk assessment and relevant analytics.
- Ship operations, voyage execution, and cargo operations.
- Commercial Shipping within an energy trading business.
- Coordination with shipowners, shipmanagers, charterers and commercial teams
Successful candidates will work alongside experienced maritime professionals, gaining practical insight into the application of vessel acceptance criteria, commercial shipping operations, and the management operational and marine risks.
Applications will close on December 7th, 2026, and the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK by the start of the placement.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so an earlier application may lead to an earlier decision.