Commodity Markets Analyst Intern (Summer 2026)

About Us:

DJJ, a division of Nucor Corporation, is seeking applicants for our Analyst intern position(s). DJJ is a world leader in scrap metal recycling, trading, and transportation. We have relationships with scrap metal businesses around the world. Founded in 1885, we pride ourselves on our dedication to safety, and the principles of integrity and respect. We’re recognized as a good community citizen who is trustworthy, financially strong, and environmentally proactive.

Compensation/Benefits:

• The internship will last for 10 weeks
• Interns will work 40 hours a week and earn a competitive wage
• Housing resources available
• Mentorship program available

Basic Job Functions:

DJJ is looking for an intern to join our Brokerage Division for the summer. Our Brokerage group is the largest of its kind in North America. We are a commodities trader, Brokering Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Scrap as well as Ferro Alloy Products both domestically and abroad. A DJJ Intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of Commodities Trading.

We value our interns and go the extra mile to make sure you receive a learning experience that fits your career goals. You will gain exposure to the scrap and steel commodities markets, the macro economic trends and data analyzed, and gain a better understanding of how to utilize analytical tools to forecast specific market scenarios. You will also learn how to work in a professional environment and have ample opportunity to network with department leaders and other professionals throughout the company.

• Work with experienced analysts to better understand commodity markets and their interaction with macro-economic trends and data
• Work on assigned projects that can include price or volume forecasting, or basic statistical analysis
• Participate in group meetings tasks as assigned
• Lead a summer-long project aimed at improving a business process or uncovering a data-driven story that adds measurable value to the organization
• Participate in group meetings as assigned
• Gain an understadning of how Nucor operates as the most vertically integrated steelmaker in the world
• Demonstartes curiousity and initiative, with a willingness to dive into unfamilar topics, ask thoughtful questions and persist through challenges to deliver meaningful results

Minimum Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student who is majoring in economics, statistics, or business analytics
• Possess excellent analytical thinking skills and is proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge and use of Project R
• Some experience with Microsoft Power BI