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 that advance everyday life. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that support decarbonisation while meeting the energy needs of today.
With over 150,000 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 more than 50 offices.
Graduate Roles at Glencore:
Based within our dynamic trading environment, our programmes are structured to bring out the very best in you and give you the opportunity to excel in a commercial role, working alongside the very best people in the business.
Whether your ambitions are to become a Commodities Trader or to build a career developing your data analysis skills within a trading environment, you will have direct exposure to the commercial teams and will be trusted with individual responsibility from day one.
The Commercial Programme:
The Graduate Programme in our HQ in Baar exists to develop the next generation of Glencore professionals. The commercial programme is designed to prove your commercial aptitude and test your resilience as the front-line support to traders and operators primarily within Traffic, Risk, middle office, LME Desk Support, Business Development, with opportunities to rotate between. Exploring other commercial areas of the business can include Operations, who are responsible for the logistical and financial execution of each trade.
Entrepreneurial abilities, accuracy, and strong communication skills are the key ingredients for a successful career trading at Glencore.
Who we look for:
We are looking for students who are currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, ideally in STEM, Finance, Economics or similar, and are available to start in 2026. We welcome graduates to start anytime from January through to December, based on your availability.
Benefits at Glencore:
- We are committed to providing benefits, which promote mental, physical, and financial well-being. From healthy meal options in our restaurants and bistros to free use of the in-house gym including sport classes with professional trainers.
- We reimburse public transport for commuting to work; alternatively, we offer free parking space.
- We provide tuition assistance for further education and training courses.
- We have a competitive parental leave policy. Our childcare benefits also include emergency childcare services and financial assistance towards daycare costs.
- Employees’ Swiss Pension 2nd pillar is fully paid by Glencore.