KATALYST Associate (Energy Commodity Supply & Trading Development Program) – Energy Commodity Trading

Job Description

2027 University New Hire-Lubricants | Phillips 66

The Tone:
This is an early career opportunity at Phillips 66, located in Houston, TX. Phillips 66 Lubricants is a leading supplier of finished lubricants in the U.S., recognized for manufacturing high-quality base oils and advanced formulations under brands like Phillips 66®, Kendall® Motor Oil, and Red Line® Synthetic Oil. This role offers university new hires a structured transition into the professional world through the KATALYST development program. The program is designed to equip individuals with the necessary tools and knowledge to successfully launch a career within the energy value chain, specifically starting in the Lubricants organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Houston, TX
• Pay: $95500–$102950 yearly
• Team: Not stated, but initial assignment is in the Lubricants organization.
• Mission: To transition market-savvy university hires into high-performing employees, developing them for diverse career paths across the Phillips 66 energy value chain, beginning in Lubricants.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Participate in the KATALYST development program, engaging in a dynamic immersion into the Phillips 66 energy value chain.
• Experience targeted roles designed to acquire industry knowledge, positively impact business operations, and build crucial professional relationships.
• Undertake a first assignment within the Lubricants organization in Houston, TX, providing experiential learning and development opportunities.
• Gain professional and market acumen through networking, career coaching, and exposure to senior management.
• Develop transferable skills applicable to various Phillips 66 organizations, including Marketing, Specialties, Value Chain and Optimization, and Risk.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level role for individuals currently enrolled in or graduating from a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Mathematics/Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent field of study, or a Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or MBA.
• Experience: This role is for individuals with a graduation date prior to December 31, 2026, or May 31, 2027.
• Skills: Strong analytical capability, business acumen, effective communication skills, innovative thinking, and an interest in trading. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.
• Bonus: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and previous internship or co-op participation in a related industry are preferred.