Commercial Business Analyst
Summary
An entry-level commercial analyst program at Oxbow Carbon in The Woodlands, TX for students graduating December 2026 or May 2027. The analyst analyzes petroleum coke supply/demand and market indices, builds reports and presentations, conducts market research, and supports traders with data and arbitrage learning.
Applicants must be graduation in December 2026 or May 2027 with a business or related degree to meet the qualifications for this position.
Founded in 1983 by principal shareholder William I. Koch, Oxbow Carbon LLC (“Oxbow”) is a global leader in recycling, marketing, and upgrading of refinery and natural gas coproducts. Oxbow produces and distributes calcined and fuel grade petroleum coke and provides bulk storage and handling services for petroleum coke and other commodities. Leveraging its extensive scale, strong expertise, and leading market positions, Oxbow has established a powerful global sourcing platform supported by superior market intelligence and long-standing relationships with key suppliers and customers. Oxbow’s products are essential in the production of aluminum, steel, glass, and cement, while its specialty offerings are integral to a variety of innovative applications, including high-performance plastics, solar panels, electronics, and batteries. Oxbow’s continued success and leadership within the industry are attributed to a combination of strong teamwork, innovative uses of technology, and talented employees.
Responsibilities
- Engage in a program to gain exposure to various functions and businesses within the company.
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Work on projects and assignments that contribute to company goals and objectives.
- Develop detailed reports and presentations.
- Collect, analyze and interpret data to identify trends, patterns and opportunities.
- Collaborate with team members and cross-functional partners to support business initiatives.
- Attend meetings to enhance knowledge and understanding of the company and industry.
- Track various indices to understand which direction the markets heading
- Understand the Petcoke supply and demand.
- Conduct market research and build relationships with buyers and suppliers.
- Learn arbitrage trading and the risks that come along with it
- Assist traders to gather and organize data.
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Expected graduation in December 2026 or May 2027 with a business or related degree.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
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Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
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Eagerness to learn, take on new challenges, and develop professionally.