Commodity Trading Interview (Gas - Power)

Hello guys!

I am a Maths student (master's) having an interview with a commodity trading firm (Freepoint Commodities) for an intern position on Gas and Power. I have no relevant experience and know little about commodity trading in general.

  • Do you know anything about their hiring process (any technical tests, interview questions, etc.) ?
  • What should I prepare for a commodity interview in general ?
  • Also, what technical skills do they potentially expect me to possess?

Every contribution highly appreciated ! Thank you in advance !

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