I did it ma! Hired at a Physical Commodity Merchant. Hyped.
2 years ago I read The King of Oil, as suggested by a WSO thread. From that day on, I told myself "I'm gonna f*cking do that." Fast forward to now. I'm a college senior and in June I start my career as a Trainee in the Oil Division of a Physical Commodity Merchant. It's like playing for the Yankees.
I got my dream job. Thank you for the tips internet strangers.
Background: Grew up in a working class neighborhood. Parents were blue collar. Didn't know a soul in finance. My path wasn't direct from reading the book to getting my offer. I transferred universities, changed my major, took a gap year, interned wherever I could (Logistics shop, VC firm, market data provider), worked odd jobs (bartending, overnight security guard, painting holder at an auction house, & more), & got my life together.
Then I talked my way into a futures brokerage last summer and earned my series 3. This was my stepping stone. Although I learned the Ag markets, I had my eyes set on oil. I cold called more traders than Ken Griffin can count. And one day, it clicked. Got myself a phone interview -> in-person -> offer.
Wouldn't have been possible without the WSO community. Some posts (although a bit sparse on commodities) were invaluable in my learning process.** I sincerely appreciate it.**
I've got 6 months of free time until graduation and there is nothing I'd like more than mentees. DM me if you are local and/or interested in the realm of commodity trading. I'd love to share the little that I've learned along the way.
Cheers.
TDLR Version- Got hired as a trainee at a physical commodity merchant. Offer letter is hanging on my ma's fridge. I want mentees. I'll buy your cup of coffee.