Commodity Trader Intern/Co-op - September 2026
Top Benefits
About the role
The Opportunity
Olympic Industries is excited to offer a highly motivated and passionate individual the opportunity to join our growth-oriented team as a Commodity Trader Intern for a 4-month term beginning September 2026.
This internship is designed around three core objectives: supporting the organization's logistics function, engaging in a robust trader training program, and building relationships with traders across the company. It is a training opportunity for individuals interested in exploring a long-term career in lumber trading, offering an inside look into the fast-paced world of commodity markets.
As a Commodity Trader Intern, you’ll play a key role in supporting our logistics operations — not just to execute tasks, but to gain a deeper understanding of how supply chains function, how freight markets fluctuate, and how transportation decisions impact trading outcomes. You’ll work side-by-side with experienced traders, engage in structured learning, and build industry relationships that offer real insight into the business of commodity trading.
Who We’re Looking for
- Working toward or have completed a Degree or Diploma in Business or a related field. We’re also open to other educational backgrounds with relevant skills or experience.
- Experience thriving in fast-paced environments, where adaptability, urgency, and attention to detail are key.
- A competitive, entrepreneurial mindset: you're driven, proactive, and energized by the challenge of finding better ways to do things.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to collaborate across teams and build working relationships quickly.
- A background in competitive sports or similarly high-performance settings. A plus that shows you're resilient, goal-oriented, and team-minded.
What You’ll Do
This internship is built around three core objectives: improving efficiency in trucking solutions, engaging in a comprehensive training program, and growing your professional network in the trading industry. As a Commodity Trader Intern at Olympic Industries, you will:
- Support and improve freight efficiency by executing time-sensitive logistics tasks such as tracking shipments, negotiating spot rates, and coordinating with carriers — all while learning how freight markets impact supply chain decision-making.
- Explore how transportation decisions shape trade outcomes by working closely with logistics and Traders to understand transportation lanes, cost dynamics, and timing challenges.
- Research and prospect new freight partners to expand our network and create more cost-effective and responsive trucking solutions.
- Participate in structured training to learn the fundamentals of commodity trading, logistics strategy, and market behavior.
- Build meaningful connections across departments to develop your network and uncover future career opportunities.
What We Offer
- Salary: $50,000 per year (pro-rated).
- Midweek Perks: Enjoy Wednesday Breakfasts to power through the week.
- Team Bonding: Join monthly team lunches with our Operations Department, and quarterly team events.
- On-Site Amenities: Access our employee lounge, pool table, ping pong, and more.
- Private Gym: Free, employee-only in-office gym to stay active and energized.
- Culture of Collaboration: We foster an open-door environment that encourages cross-team learning and career growth.
- Location: This is a 100% in-office role based in the vibrant Lower Lonsdale area of North Vancouver, steps from local shops and restaurants. Re-location support may be applied for if successful candidates require a re-location for this role.
Apply Now!
For details regarding our interview process, please see the attached document.
For more information on Olympic Industries, please visit our website at www.olympicind.com [http://www.olympicind.com].
We thank all applicants for their interest! However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Olympic Industries, we embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, perspectives skills, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Please note: Olympic Industries ULC uses AI-assisted tools in portions of our interview process. Additional details are outlined in our AI Candidate Disclosure, provided during the recruitment process.
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Commodity Trader Intern/Co-op - September 2026
Top Benefits
About the role
The Opportunity
Olympic Industries is excited to offer a highly motivated and passionate individual the opportunity to join our growth-oriented team as a Commodity Trader Intern for a 4-month term beginning September 2026.
This internship is designed around three core objectives: supporting the organization's logistics function, engaging in a robust trader training program, and building relationships with traders across the company. It is a training opportunity for individuals interested in exploring a long-term career in lumber trading, offering an inside look into the fast-paced world of commodity markets.
As a Commodity Trader Intern, you’ll play a key role in supporting our logistics operations — not just to execute tasks, but to gain a deeper understanding of how supply chains function, how freight markets fluctuate, and how transportation decisions impact trading outcomes. You’ll work side-by-side with experienced traders, engage in structured learning, and build industry relationships that offer real insight into the business of commodity trading.
Who We’re Looking for
- Working toward or have completed a Degree or Diploma in Business or a related field. We’re also open to other educational backgrounds with relevant skills or experience.
- Experience thriving in fast-paced environments, where adaptability, urgency, and attention to detail are key.
- A competitive, entrepreneurial mindset: you're driven, proactive, and energized by the challenge of finding better ways to do things.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to collaborate across teams and build working relationships quickly.
- A background in competitive sports or similarly high-performance settings. A plus that shows you're resilient, goal-oriented, and team-minded.
What You’ll Do
This internship is built around three core objectives: improving efficiency in trucking solutions, engaging in a comprehensive training program, and growing your professional network in the trading industry. As a Commodity Trader Intern at Olympic Industries, you will:
- Support and improve freight efficiency by executing time-sensitive logistics tasks such as tracking shipments, negotiating spot rates, and coordinating with carriers — all while learning how freight markets impact supply chain decision-making.
- Explore how transportation decisions shape trade outcomes by working closely with logistics and Traders to understand transportation lanes, cost dynamics, and timing challenges.
- Research and prospect new freight partners to expand our network and create more cost-effective and responsive trucking solutions.
- Participate in structured training to learn the fundamentals of commodity trading, logistics strategy, and market behavior.
- Build meaningful connections across departments to develop your network and uncover future career opportunities.
What We Offer
- Salary: $50,000 per year (pro-rated).
- Midweek Perks: Enjoy Wednesday Breakfasts to power through the week.
- Team Bonding: Join monthly team lunches with our Operations Department, and quarterly team events.
- On-Site Amenities: Access our employee lounge, pool table, ping pong, and more.
- Private Gym: Free, employee-only in-office gym to stay active and energized.
- Culture of Collaboration: We foster an open-door environment that encourages cross-team learning and career growth.
- Location: This is a 100% in-office role based in the vibrant Lower Lonsdale area of North Vancouver, steps from local shops and restaurants. Re-location support may be applied for if successful candidates require a re-location for this role.
Apply Now!
For details regarding our interview process, please see the attached document.
For more information on Olympic Industries, please visit our website at www.olympicind.com [http://www.olympicind.com].
We thank all applicants for their interest! However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Olympic Industries, we embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, perspectives skills, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Please note: Olympic Industries ULC uses AI-assisted tools in portions of our interview process. Additional details are outlined in our AI Candidate Disclosure, provided during the recruitment process.