Graduate Editorial Programme - Commodities Markets, Asia

About the role

Argus Media, an independent provider of market intelligence for global energy and commodity markets, is recruiting graduates for its Graduate Editorial Programme in commodities markets, Asia, with a May/June 2027 intake. The programme offers intensive training in business and economic journalism, commodity markets reporting and market analysis, and includes hands-on experience in several market-reporting teams and the news desk. It is a rotational programme based on your graduation date, starting with training in how commodity markets work, then stints on price reporting desks.

Key responsibilities

• Gather data and market intelligence and contribute to daily, weekly and monthly price assessments, market analysis, news and reports.
• Contact commodities producers, consumers, distributors, traders and other key market figures to build relationships.
• Edit and write news and analysis stories across a range of commodity markets.
• Learn about Oil, Metals, Generation Fuels or other commodity markets.
• Generate price assessments and content, including market commentary and news pieces that power pricing benchmarks.

Required profile

• Degree in Journalism, Communications, Business, Economics, Sociology, Humanities or an energy-related discipline; all degrees are welcome.
• Fast learner, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, with strong writing, research and analytical skills.
• Interest in commodities, energy markets, global business, politics and economics.
• Fluent in English and preferably proficient in a second language.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.

What we offer

• Permanent employment from day 1.
• Hybrid working model available after probation.
• Medical, dental and hospitalisation insurance, plus 20 vacation days in the first year (up to 25).
• Ongoing training, mentoring, career progression and an Employee Welfare & Assistance Programme.
• Modern office in central Singapore with a comprehensive benefits package.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, with earlier, later or weekend hours sometimes expected. Applications are made online with a CV and a cover letter by 15 January 2027; shortlisted candidates attend a networking day in late January and interviews in February and March 2027.