BP Plc (Formerly British Petroleum) Supply, Trading & Shipping - One Year Internship Programme 2026

BP Plc (Formerly British Petroleum) - Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.

Applications are invited for:

Title: Supply, Trading & Shipping - One Year Internship Programme - Nigeria (2026)

Job Requisition ID: RQ108872
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Entity: Supply, Trading & Shipping
Job Family Group: Business Support Group, Supply & Trading Group

Description

• The Marketing and Origination team focuses on developing long-term growth opportunities for Supply, Trading and Shipping (ST&S) through finding customer-focused solutions and representing T&S priorities in key regions.
• The team consists of London-based originators (~12) and teams in Lagos, Luanda and Accra. The Intern will get a varied role exposing them to a wide array of activity types as shown below; they will need to be self-reliant, good at managing time and competing priorities, and develop strong and efficient relationship both internally and externally.
• If you have a passion for learning, and a desire to launch your career in the exciting world of trading and shipping, this opportunity is for you!
• This 12-month internship offers an exceptional opportunity for graduates to gain first hand experience in the fast-paced world of international commerce.
• You'll work alongside experienced professionals, supporting various aspects of our business while developing a strong foundation in trade finance, shipping operations, and market analysis.

Qualifications

• Academic achievement: A strong academic record is essential. We require a CGPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Educational background: A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as science, engineering, or business.
• Recent graduates: We are seeking graduates who have completed their degrees between 01 January 2023 and 31 December 2025.
• Open for Nigerian citizens to apply.

Skills:

• Adaptability
• Authenticity
• Communication
• Continued Learning
• Courage
• Creativity and Innovation
• Curiosity
• Decision Making
• Digital Fluency
• Ethical judgement
• Excellence
• Group Problem Solving
• Influencing
• Knowledge Sharing
• Listening
• Managing volatility
• Resilience
• Self-Awareness
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Stakeholder Management
• Understanding Emotions
• Writing skills

Additional information:

• Travel Requirement: No travel is expected with this role
• Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation
• Remote Type: This position is not available for remote working

Application Closing Date
15th April, 2026.