Finance Derivatives Project Intern

Project Intern - Finance - Derivatives

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. 
Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.

 

Job Purpose and Impact

The Project Intern – Finance Derivatives will be part of our Finance Derivatives team in the Capability Center in Bangalore, supporting the US region. This role offers hands-on exposure to global commodity markets, exchange-listed futures and options, trade lifecycle management, financial controls, and derivatives operations within a dynamic trading environment.

Key Accountabilities

1. Derivatives Operations Exposure
   • Support daily trade matching, reconciliations, and position monitoring.
   • Gain end-to-end exposure to the derivatives trade lifecycle — from trade execution to clearing and post-trade activities.
   • Assist in end-of-day processes, system validations, and issue resolution.
2. Financial Reporting & Controls
   • Support preparation of operational reports and performance metrics.
   • Assist in monitoring internal controls and regulatory compliance requirements.
   • Analyze trade and position data to identify discrepancies and trends.
3. Process & Systems Learning
   • Work with financial systems used in derivatives operations.
   • Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives.
   • Collaborate with traders, finance, and global stakeholders supporting US markets.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a Master's degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, or related field.
• Graduated in 2025 or graduating in 2026 only.
• Strong interest in financial markets and derivatives.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.

 

Note to Applicants:

• Last Date to Apply: 8th March 2026
• Please include a cover letter detailing your relevant experience along with your resume.Highlight your skills, accomplishments, and how your background aligns with the position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

Experience Level

Entry Level