Reporter, Early Career Program (January Start)

Argus MediaArgus MediaHouston, Texas, United States
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Posted

8/30/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

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Work style

Hybrid

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Core responsibilities

Reporters will produce daily or weekly news and analytical content on commodity markets while identifying trends and assessing prices. They are also responsible for building contacts, interviewing subject matter experts, and representing the company at industry events.

Requirements overview

Candidates should hold a strong degree, preferably in journalism or economics, and possess advanced Excel skills. The role requires the ability to synthesize complex information, write clearly under tight deadlines, and maintain professional relationships with industry stakeholders.

Key skills

JournalismMarket analysisReportingData synthesisExcelCommunicationInterviewingResearchDatabase managementNetworkingWritingTime managementInitiativeCritical thinking

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Argus Media

Industry

Information Services

Employees

2,023

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Argus is the leading independent provider of market intelligence to the global energy and commodity markets. We offer essential price assessments, news, analytics, consulting services, data science tools and industry conferences to illuminate complex and opaque commodity markets. Headquartered in London with over 1,500 staff, Argus is an independent media organisation with 30 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading hubs. Companies, trading firms and governments in 160 countries around the world trust Argus data to make decisions, analyse situations, manage risk, facilitate trading and for long-term planning. Argus prices are used as trusted benchmarks around the world for pricing transportation, commodities and energy. Founded in 1970, Argus remains a privately held UK-registered company owned by employee shareholders and global growth equity firm General Atlantic.

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Job categories

Creative & MediaEnergyFinance & AccountingData & Analytics

Description

Application Deadline: Friday, October 2, 2026 Please include a cover letter outlining your interest in this role. We will not advance any application that does not include a cover letter. Please do not use AI to write your cover letter, we would really like to see how you write. What will you be doing? Argus is looking for smart, energetic and curious early-career journalists who are interested in the vital and rapidly changing world of commodity markets, the building blocks of commerce and society. Our reporters delve deep into spot markets, identifying trends and assessing the prices that ultimately drive the global economy. Successful candidates will begin their Argus journey through our early career program, which will expose them to multiple different commodity markets as well as a stint on the News team, followed by placement with a specific commodity team. In this role, the reporter will apply and develop reporting skills across pricing, news, and analysis, playing a key role in enhancing the breadth and quality of our market coverage. Our reporters are responsible for producing daily or weekly news and analytical content on specific markets, which will be published online and in our market reports under the guidance of an experienced editor. The position also involves attending meetings, conferences, and industry events to build contacts, gather news and represent Argus. What we’re looking for in you: A graduate with a strong degree, preferably in journalism or economics Developing and maintaining rapport with key contacts and liaising regularly with industry stakeholders (buyers, sellers, traders, distributors) to gain market intelligence. Working with and interviewing subject matter experts, research industry trends and assessing the worthiness of potential topics. Synthesizing complex information quickly. Writing market commentary, analysis pieces and news stories in clear, concise language while adhering to strict deadlines. Maintaining existing databases and building new databases for designated product. Developing new contacts and relationships within marketplace. Advanced Excel skills Self-motivation and initiative to drive projects forward with the ability to meet tight deadlines. What’s in it for you: Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success. Competitive salary and company bonus scheme Group medical, dental and vision plans Company paid short term and long term disability and life insurance plan Group 401(k) safe harbor retirement plan with a 6% company match 20 vacation days your first year, up to a maximum of 30 days Subsidized gym membership Extensive internal and external training For more details about the company and to apply please make sure you upload your CV via our website: www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions Argus Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact us. This email is provided exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages sent for this purpose will be returned. Messages sent for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. By submitting your job application, you automatically acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and/or disclosure of your personal data to the Company.

Requirements

  • Journalism
  • Market analysis
  • Reporting
  • Data synthesis
  • Excel
  • Communication
  • Interviewing
  • Research
  • Database management
  • Networking
  • Writing
  • Time management
  • Initiative
  • Critical thinking

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Group medical plan
  • Group dental plan
  • Group vision plan
  • Short term disability insurance
  • Long term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 6% company match
  • 20 vacation days
  • Subsidized gym membership
  • Internal and external training

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