STR Operations Development Program

Shell Trading & Supply is the principal trading and shipping business within Shell. It is made up of a network of independent companies that trade in their own right but also leverage the opportunities open to a global organisation by sharing information, advice, and best practice. We trade the equivalent of about 14 million barrels of oil per day—comprising crude oil, refined products, chemicals, natural gas, electrical power, low carbon fuels, and environmental products. With the skill base and international scope to capitalise on trading opportunities inherent in Shell's asset and market positions around the world, our key trading and marketing operations are based in North and South America, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) is at the core of what we do at Shell.

Diversity and differences are seen as opportunities for enhancing Shell’s performance. Showing genuine belief in and respect for people is considered key, and we positively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

What’s the role?

The STR Operations Development Program (SoDP) is a traineeship opportunity for individuals interested in becoming future commercial operators within Shell. The duration of the program is two years, during which you get the opportunity to experience various positions within the fields of Trading Operations. The traineeship aims to develop you to be a good operator, which means that once traders get the ‘trade’ in, operators need to guide their distribution in the right direction. You will be the first contact for the ports worldwide, the Traders, customs, and internal contacts.

During the traineeship, you will learn various aspects related to Trading & Supply Operations, such as:

• Setting up contracts with the Traders
• Deciding on which claims are well-founded or not
• Logistical planning for transportation

After successful completion of the traineeship, the next steps in your career will be discussed based on your abilities and interests, with the aim to become a successful commercial operator on a trading operations desk.

What we need from you?

• Bachelor’s (HBO) or Master’s Degree with up to 3 years of working experience and a strong interest in either Supply Chain, Trading, or Oil & Freight Operations.
• Fluent in English and Dutch. German and French language skills are an advantage.
• Good communication & analytical skills.
• Resilient, with the ability to plan your activities and work with conflicting deadlines to comply with business needs and policy guidelines.
• A good team player, confident and self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to liaise effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• A multi-tasking self-starter, capable of working alone without supervision after training.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please make sure to include your motivation letter with your resume.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed above, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows that not everyone applies when they don’t feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company, and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.

Company Description

Shell Nederland BV is a platform for international collaboration, with Shell offering direct employment to around ten thousand people in the Netherlands, including roughly 2,800 non-Dutch employees from around 80 countries. Diversity is key at Shell Nederland, and our employees reflect the innovation that stems from a diverse workforce. By joining Shell Nederland, you will benefit from an unrivaled, industry-leading development programme that will tap into a pool of expert knowledge to help propel your career. Shell Nederland is the holding company of most Shell companies operating in the Netherlands and also has an advisory and coordinating role in numerous areas.

An Innovative Place to Work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet while managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future—whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world use energy more efficiently.

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To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment—one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment processes, workplace adjustments, and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap—through action on equal pay and enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We strive to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

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Combine our creative, collaborative environment with an impressive range of benefits, and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice. We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them discover skills they never knew they had or make career moves they never thought possible.